Smilia
Germar, 1833
Smilia is a of in the , Smiliinae, and tribe Smiliini. The genus was established by Germar in 1833 and contains at least two described : Smilia camelus (camel treehopper) and Smilia fasciata. Treehoppers in this genus are characterized by their enlarged , a defining feature of the family Membracidae. The genus has been documented in the United States, particularly in the northeastern region.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Smilia: //ˈsmiː.li.a//
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Identification
Members of Smilia can be distinguished from other by their pronotal structure and tribal placement within Smiliini. Smilia camelus is notably recognized by a pronounced hump-like pronotal projection, earning it the "camel treehopper." Specific diagnostic characters separating Smilia from closely related genera in Smiliini require examination of pronotal shape and patterns.
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Distribution
Documented from the United States, with records from Vermont and broader US distribution. Specific range boundaries for the and its constituent remain incompletely documented.
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Species Composition
The contains at least two described : Smilia camelus (Fabricius, 1803) and Smilia fasciata (Amyot and Serville, 1843). The epithet "camelus" refers to the pronounced hump-like structure of the in that species.
Taxonomic History
Authorship is attributed to Germar, 1833. The is classified within the tribe Smiliini, which is part of the diverse Smiliinae.