Melanoliarus teximus
(Caldwell, 1947)
Melanoliarus teximus is a of planthopper in the Cixiidae, first described by Caldwell in 1947. The species was originally placed in the Xenoliarus before being transferred to Melanoliarus. Like other cixiid planthoppers, it belongs to a group of sap-feeding insects commonly associated with woody and herbaceous plants. The species is known from Texas, as suggested by its specific epithet.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Melanoliarus teximus: /ˌmɛl.ə.noʊˈlaɪ.ə.rəs ˈtɛk.sɪ.məs/
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Distribution
Texas, USA. The specific epithet 'teximus' indicates the type locality.