Xerophloea viridis
(Fabricius, 1794)
Xerophloea viridis is a of leafhopper in the Cicadellidae, Ledrinae. The species was described by Fabricius in 1794. It belongs to a of relatively uncommon leafhoppers characterized by distinctive morphological features. Distribution records indicate presence in western and southern North American regions including California, Arizona, and Alabama.
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How to pronounce Xerophloea viridis: /ksɛrəˈfloʊ.iə ˈvɪrɪdɪs/
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Distribution
Distribution records from GBIF indicate presence in: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, British Columbia, California.
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Taxonomic placement
Xerophloea viridis is placed in the tribe Xerophloeini within the Ledrinae. Ledrinae is a relatively small subfamily of Cicadellidae, often associated with woody plants. The Xerophloea contains few and is characterized by with a somewhat flattened, broad body form compared to many other leafhoppers.
Data limitations
Detailed biological information for Xerophloea viridis is sparse in the available literature. The is not well-studied compared to economically important leafhopper groups, and most records consist of specimen collections rather than ecological studies.