Calophya californica

Schwarz, 1904

lemonade berry psyllid

Calophya californica is a in the Calophyidae, first described by Schwarz in 1904. It is commonly known as the lemonade berry psyllid, indicating an association with its plant Rhus integrifolia (lemonade berry). The species has been documented to exhibit host-induced , where environmental factors from its host plant influence its phenotypic expression. As a member of the Sternorrhyncha, it possesses typical of psyllids.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Calophya californica: /kəˈlɒfiə kælɪˈfɔrnɪkə/

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Distribution

Documented from California and Arizona based on GBIF occurrence records. The specific epithet and suggest primary occurrence in California.

Diet

Phloem-feeding on plants, specifically associated with Rhus integrifolia (lemonade berry).

Host Associations

  • Rhus integrifolia - plant 'lemonade berry ' indicates this association; specific feeding on phloem

Behavior

Exhibits -induced , where phenotypic traits are influenced by host plant conditions.

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Research Note

A study on -induced in this was published in The Pan-Pacific Entomologist, though detailed findings were not accessible from the source provided.

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