Eratoneura inepta
(Beamer, 1932)
Eratoneura inepta is a of leafhopper in the Cicadellidae, Typhlocybinae, described by Beamer in 1932. Like other members of the Eratoneura, it produces brochosomes—complex protein-lipid nanoparticles that form a hydrophobic, anti-reflective coating on its body and wings. The species has been documented in research on brochosome distribution and wing wettability.
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Similar Taxa
- Eratoneura fulleriSame ; both have been studied for brochosome production and distribution patterns on wings