Craspedolepta martini

(Van Duzee, 1924)

Craspedolepta martini is a of jumping plant louse ( Aphalaridae) described by Van Duzee in 1924. It belongs to a of psyllids associated with plants in the genus Lactuca (Asteraceae). Like other members of the family Aphalaridae, it is presumed to be a phloem-feeding on its plants. The species is known from western North America, with records from California.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Craspedolepta martini: //ˌkɹæs.pe.doʊˈlɛp.tə ˈmɑːr.tɪ.naɪ//

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Distribution

Western North America; recorded from California (United States). Distribution records indicate presence in CALOO (California region code).

Host Associations

Lactuca - Craspedolepta is associated with Lactuca and related Asteraceae; specific records for C. martini are not confirmed in available sources

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Taxonomic context

The Craspedolepta comprises approximately 20 of psyllids in the Aphalaridae. These insects are typically associated with Asteraceae plants. The specific epithet 'martini' honors the entomologist Martin, though the exact dedication is not documented in available sources.