Myzocallis discolor

(Monell, 1879)

Eastern dusky-winged oak aphid

Myzocallis discolor is an in the Aphididae, commonly known as the eastern dusky-winged oak aphid. The species has undergone taxonomic revision, with some sources placing it in the Neomyzocallis. It is associated with oak (Quercus species). The species was first described by Monell in 1879 under the basionym Callipterus discolor.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Myzocallis discolor: /ˌmaɪzoʊˈkælɪs ˈdɪskəlɔr/

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Distribution

Eastern North America, based on reference to "eastern" dusky-winged oak and iNaturalist observation distribution.

Diet

Phloem sap from oak trees (Quercus ), inferred from and -level association.

Host Associations

Quercus - plantoak trees; inferred from and -level association

Similar Taxa

MyzocallisOther in Myzocallis are also oak-associated aphids; specific distinguishing features for M. discolor not documented in provided sources.

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Taxonomic Note

The has been treated under both Myzocallis and Neomyzocallis by different authorities. GBIF and NCBI retain it in Myzocallis, while iNaturalist uses Neomyzocallis discolor. This reflects ongoing taxonomic uncertainty in the group.

Nomenclatural History

Originally described as Callipterus discolor by Monell in 1879, later transferred to Myzocallis.