Picumna maculata
(Melichar, 1906)
Picumna maculata is a of planthopper in the Issidae, described by Melichar in 1906. It belongs to the tribe Thioniini within the Issinae. Like other issid planthoppers, it is characterized by a compact body form and wings held in a tent-like position over the body. The specific epithet 'maculata' suggests a spotted or maculate color pattern, though detailed descriptions of remain limited in available sources.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Picumna maculata: //pɪˈkuːmnə ˌmækjʊˈleɪtə//
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Distribution
Recorded from Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas in the southwestern United States.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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