Melanoliarus coconinus
(Ball, 1934)
Melanoliarus coconinus is a of planthopper in the Cixiidae, described by Ball in 1934. The Melanoliarus contains numerous species distributed across North America, many associated with arid and semi-arid regions. Like other cixiids, this species likely has a involving root-feeding nymphs and winged . Specific details about its remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Melanoliarus coconinus: //ˌmɛl.əˈnoʊ.li.əˌrəs koʊˈkoʊ.nɪ.nəs//
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Distribution
The epithet 'coconinus' suggests an association with the Coconino region of Arizona, USA. The Melanoliarus has broad distribution across North America, with many species in southwestern United States and Mexico.
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Etymology
The specific epithet 'coconinus' refers to Coconino County or the Coconino Plateau in northern Arizona, indicating the type locality where the was first collected.
Taxonomic Note
Melanoliarus is a large and taxonomically challenging within Cixiidae. identification often requires examination of male genitalia and is difficult based on external alone.