Orgerius bilobatus

Doering & Darby, 1943

Orgerius bilobatus is a of planthopper in the Dictyopharidae, described from California in 1943. The specific epithet "bilobatus" refers to a bilobed (two-lobed) structure, likely a diagnostic morphological feature. Like other members of Orgeriinae, it belongs to a group of fulgoroid planthoppers characterized by elongated processes. The species is documented from California but remains poorly known, with no observations recorded on iNaturalist.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Orgerius bilobatus: /ɔːrˈɡɛriəs baɪlˈoʊbətəs/

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Distribution

California, United States. Distribution records from GBIF are limited to California.

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Etymology

The specific epithet "bilobatus" (Latin: bi- "two" + lobatus "lobed") suggests a morphological feature with two distinct lobes, likely on the , pronotum, or genitalia.

Taxonomic History

Described by Doering and Darby in 1943, this has received limited subsequent taxonomic attention. The Orgerius contains multiple North American species, most of which are poorly documented.

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