Microparsus variabilis
Patch, 1909
Desmodium Aphid
Microparsus variabilis is a of in the Aphididae, first described by Patch in 1909. It is commonly known as the Desmodium Aphid, reflecting its association with plants in the Desmodium. As a member of the Sternorrhyncha suborder, it possesses adapted for feeding on plant phloem. The species belongs to the genus Microparsus, which is classified within the tribe Macrosiphini.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Microparsus variabilis: /ˌmaɪkroʊˈpɑːrsəs ˌvɛəriˈæbɪlɪs/
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Host Associations
- Desmodium - plant 'Desmodium ' indicates association with this plant
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- Catalogue of Life
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