Flatoidinus punctatus
(Walker, 1851)
Flatoidinus punctatus is a planthopper in the Flatidae, characterized by its flattened, often leaf-like body form typical of flatid planthoppers. The species was described by Walker in 1851 and occurs in the southeastern United States and Cuba. Like other flatids, possess wings that fold tent-like over the body, and nymphs produce waxy filaments for protection. The specific epithet 'punctatus' refers to punctate (spotted or dotted) markings on the body.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Flatoidinus punctatus: /flæˈtɔɪdɪnəs pʌŋkˈteɪtəs/
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Distribution
Recorded from Florida, Georgia (USA), and La Habana (Cuba). GBIF distribution records indicate presence in these regions.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
- Bug Eric: Spider Sunday: Phidippus octopunctatus
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