Centrodontus atlas

(Goding, 1892)

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Centrodontus atlas is a in the Membracidae, described by Goding in 1892. The species belongs to the tribe Centrodontini within the Centrotinae. As a member of the treehopper family, it is characterized by an enlarged pronotum that extends over the body. Available distributional data comes primarily from observation records rather than comprehensive systematic surveys.

Centrodontus atlas atlas by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Centrodontus atlas: /sɛntrəˈdɒntəs ˈætləs/

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Identification

Identification to requires examination of pronotal , particularly the shape and armature of the enlarged pronotum. The Centrodontus can be distinguished from related centrotine genera by characteristics of the pronotal process and associated structures. Specific identification of C. atlas relies on comparison with and original description by Goding (1892).

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Distribution

Observations recorded in iNaturalist (54 observations as of data retrieval) indicate presence in North America. Specific geographic range boundaries require further documentation beyond citizen science records.

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Taxonomic History

Described by Goding in 1892. The has been maintained in the Centrodontus within the tribe Centrodontini, Centrotinae.

Data Limitations

Substantial biological and ecological information for this is not available in the surveyed literature. Most information derives from taxonomic databases and limited observation records rather than focused research.