Eratoneura forfex
(Beamer, 1932)
A small leafhopper in the Typhlocybinae. As a member of Eratoneura, it likely produces brochosomes—protein-lipid nanoparticles that coat the body and wings, conferring superhydrophobic and anti-reflective properties. The species was described by Beamer in 1932.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eratoneura forfex: /ˌɛrətoʊˈnʊərə ˈfɔrfɛks/
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Similar Taxa
- Eratoneura fulleriCongeneric with documented brochosome production and wing-edge brochosome clustering ; likely shares morphological and behavioral traits with E. forfex