Macrosiphoniella glabra
(Gillette & Palmer, 1928)
Shining Green Tarragon Aphid
Macrosiphoniella glabra, known as the Shining Green Tarragon , is a of aphid in the Aphididae. The species was described by Gillette and Palmer in 1928. It belongs to the Macrosiphoniella, a group of aphids associated with various plants in the Asteraceae family. The specific epithet "glabra" refers to smooth or hairless characteristics, likely describing some aspect of the aphid's . Very few observations of this species have been recorded, with only 5 documented observations in iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Macrosiphoniella glabra: /ˌmækrəsɪˌfoʊniˈɛlə ˈɡleɪbrə/
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Host Associations
- Artemisia - plant Macrosiphoniella is associated with tarragon and related Artemisia ; specific for M. glabra not confirmed
Similar Taxa
- Other Macrosiphoniella speciesMembers of this are morphologically similar and require careful examination of diagnostic features such as siphunculi length, cauda shape, and antennal development for accurate identification; M. glabra distinguished by smooth (glabrous) body surface
More Details
Taxonomic Status
Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, though iNaturalist treats it as an accepted species. This discrepancy suggests taxonomic uncertainty that may require further investigation.
Data Deficiency
With only 5 observations recorded in iNaturalist, this appears to be rarely encountered or underreported. The paucity of records limits understanding of its , distribution, and ecological requirements.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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