Ovaticoccus
Kloet, 1944
Ovaticoccus is a of in the Eriococcidae. At least one , Ovaticoccus amplicoxae from Belize, has been described with notably enlarged hind . Some species in this genus induce leaf-curl on plants.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Members of this can be distinguished from related genera by morphological features of the female. The O. amplicoxae is characterized by remarkably large hind , a trait unique among described species in this genus and related genera.
Habitat
Found in association with -forming activity on leaves of plants.
Distribution
Belize (O. amplicoxae). Distribution of other in the is not well documented.
Behavior
At least one causes leaf-curl on leaves. The severity of in O. amplicoxae has prevented identification of the .
Ecological Role
formation suggests this may act as a , though specific impacts are not documented.
More Details
Type species description
Ovaticoccus amplicoxae was described from Belize based on morphological features including the unique enlarged hind . The causes severe leaf-curl that obscure identification.