Cixius comptus
Fowler, 1904
Cixius comptus is a planthopper in the Cixiidae, first described by Fowler in 1904. It belongs to a of small, often inconspicuous planthoppers that feed on plant sap. The species has been recorded from the southwestern United States (Arizona) and Mexico, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cixius comptus: /ˈsɪksiəs ˈkɒmptəs/
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Distribution
Recorded from Arizona, United States and Mexico. GBIF holds five distribution records from these regions.
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Taxonomic note
Cixius comptus should not be confused with Cixius caledonicus, a British planthopper mentioned in the Buglife blog as not having been seen for 70 years. These are distinct .