Rotundifronta
Beamer, 1950
Species Guides
1Rotundifronta is a of planthoppers in the Delphacidae, established by Beamer in 1950. It belongs to the tribe Delphacini within the Delphacinae. Delphacid planthoppers are small to medium-sized insects characterized by a movable spur on the hind tibia. The genus name refers to the rounded frontal structure of the .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Rotundifronta: /roʊˌtʌndɪˈfrɒntə/
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Identification
Members of Rotundifronta can be distinguished by the rounded margin of the (front of the ), which gives the its name. As with other Delphacidae, they possess a large, movable spur on the hind tibia. -level identification requires examination of male genitalia structures.
Distribution
North America (based on type locality and known distributions within the ).
Similar Taxa
- DelphacodesSimilar body form and size, but Delphacodes generally have more angular or parallel-sided rather than the distinctly rounded frons of Rotundifronta.
- ProkelisiaBoth are delphacine with similar preferences, but Prokelisia are associated with salt marsh grasses and have different .
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Etymology
The name derives from Latin 'rotundus' (rounded) and '' (forehead/front), referring to the characteristic rounded shape of the frons in these planthoppers.