Telamona collina
(Walker, 1851)
Sycamore Treehopper
Telamona collina, commonly known as the sycamore , is a of treehopper in the Membracidae. The species was first described by Francis Walker in 1851. It is distinguished by its forward-facing pronotal crest and characteristic color pattern.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Telamona collina: /tɛˈlæmoʊnə kəˈlɪnə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Telamona by the combination of light-colored and pronotum contrasting with brown pronotum, and the forward-facing orientation of the pronotal crest. Specific differentiation from requires examination of pronotal shape details.
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Appearance
The and portion of the pronotum are light-colored, while the remainder of the pronotum is brown. The pronotal crest forward. As with other treehoppers in the Telamona, the pronotum is expanded and modified, though less dramatically than some tropical relatives.
Habitat
Associated with sycamore trees (Platanus ), as indicated by its . Specific microhabitat preferences within trees are not documented.
Distribution
Eastern North America. Documented from California, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, and Illinois based on collection records.
Host Associations
- Platanus - plant 'sycamore ' indicates association with sycamore trees, though specific not confirmed in sources
Similar Taxa
- Other Telamona speciesMembers of the same share the expanded pronotum characteristic of Telamonini; T. collina is distinguished by its specific color pattern and forward-facing crest orientation
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Taxonomic history
First described by Francis Walker in 1851. The specific epithet 'collina' (Latin for 'of hills') may refer to topographic features of the type locality or collection site.