Gargaphia albescens

Drake, 1917

Gargaphia albescens is a of lace bug in the Tingidae, described by Drake in 1917. It is native to North America. Like other members of the Gargaphia, it belongs to a group of lace bugs that feed on plants, though specific associations for this species remain poorly documented. The species is distinguished by its pale or whitish coloration, as suggested by its specific epithet 'albescens' (becoming white).

Gargaphia albescens by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Gargaphia albescens by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Gargaphia albescens by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Gargaphia albescens: //ɡɑrˈɡæfiə ælˈbɛskɛnz//

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North America

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