Eucalyptolyma maideni
Froggatt, 1901
Spotted Gum Lerp Psyllid
Eucalyptolyma maideni is a in the , commonly known as the Spotted Gum Psyllid. As a member of the suborder, it is a sap-feeding that produces protective coverings called lerps on plants. The species is associated with eucalypt trees in Australia.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eucalyptolyma maideni: //juːkəˌlɪptəˈlaɪmə ˈmeɪdənaɪ//
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Identification
May be distinguished from other Eucalyptolyma by and association with Corymbia maculata (spotted gum). Specific diagnostic features require expert examination.
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Habitat
Associated with eucalypt forests and woodlands, specifically on spotted gum (Corymbia maculata) and related Corymbia .
Distribution
Eastern Australia, with records from New South Wales (NSWCT, NSWNS) and Queensland (CALOO).
Diet
Phloem sap from eucalypt trees, specifically Corymbia .
Host Associations
- Corymbia maculata - spotted gum
Behavior
produce —protective, sugary coverings—under which they feed on phloem sap.
Ecological Role
As a sap-feeding , it may influence tree physiology and serves as a food source for birds and other that consume .
Human Relevance
May be of interest in forest management and eucalypt plantation health . produced by can be conspicuous on trees.
Similar Taxa
- Other Eucalyptolyma speciesSimilar -forming and eucalypt association; distinguished by lerp structure and
- Glycaspis speciesAlso produce on eucalypts; differ in lerp and taxonomic placement
More Details
Lerp structure
The coverings () produced by are a defining characteristic of the and .