Dictyssa monroviana

Doering, 1938

Dictyssa monroviana is a of planthopper in the Tropiduchidae, described by Doering in 1938. The species is known from California, with records specifically from the Monrovia area suggesting a localized distribution. As a member of the Fulgoromorpha, it shares the characteristic of planthoppers with enlarged hind adapted for jumping. Information on its and remains limited.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Dictyssa monroviana: /dɪkˈtɪsə mɒnˈroʊviˌænə/

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Distribution

Known from California, United States. The specific epithet "monroviana" indicates the type locality is Monrovia, California. GBIF records confirm presence in California with no documented range extensions beyond this region.

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Nomenclature

The specific epithet "monroviana" is a Latinized adjective derived from Monrovia, California, indicating the type locality where the was first collected and described.

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