Macrosiphum oregonense

Jensen, 2000

Western Skunk-cabbage Aphid

Macrosiphum oregonense is an described by Jensen in 2000. It belongs to the large Macrosiphum within the Aphididae. The species is commonly known as the Western Skunk-, indicating an association with skunk-cabbage plants (Lysichiton species). As a member of the Macrosiphum genus, it shares characteristics with other large aphids in this group, including long and typically having both winged and wingless morphs. The species has been documented through limited observations, with only 3 records in iNaturalist as of the data cutoff.

Macrosiphum oregonense by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Macrosiphum oregonense by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Macrosiphum oregonense by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Macrosiphum oregonense: /ˌmæ.kroʊˈsaɪ.fəm ˌɔːr.ɪˈɡoʊ.nɛn.si/

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Distribution

The specific epithet 'oregonense' suggests an association with Oregon, USA. The has been documented in the Pacific Northwest region of North America.

Host Associations

  • Western Skunk-cabbage - primary Indicated by 'Western Skunk-'; likely Lysichiton americanus

Similar Taxa

  • Macrosiphum euphorbiaeBoth are large-bodied aphids in the same with similar ; M. euphorbiae is a well-studied potato apid with known structure that may inform understanding of M. oregonense

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Taxonomic status note

Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, while GBIF marks it as accepted. This discrepancy indicates potential ongoing taxonomic revision.

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