Peltonotellini
Emeljanov, 2008
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6Peltonotellini is a tribe of planthoppers in the Caliscelidae, established by Emeljanov in 2008. Members of this tribe are small, often cryptic insects within the Caliscelinae. The tribe is distinguished by particular morphological features of the male genitalia and wing venation patterns.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Peltonotellini: /ˌpɛltəˌnoʊtəˈlaɪni/
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Identification
Peltonotellini can be distinguished from other Caliscelinae tribes by characteristics of the male genitalia, particularly the structure of the and genital styles. Wing venation patterns, including details of the claval , separate this tribe from related groups such as Caliscelini.
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Distribution
Peltonotellini occurs in the Palearctic and Oriental regions, with records from Europe through Central Asia to East Asia.
Similar Taxa
- CalisceliniShares Caliscelinae but differs in male genitalia and wing venation; Caliscelini has a more widespread distribution including Afrotropical and Neotropical regions
- OmmatidiotiniAlso placed in Caliscelidae but distinguished by and different wing venation patterns