Calophya minuta

Tuthill, 1942

Calophya minuta is a of jumping plant louse in the Calophyidae, first described by Tuthill in 1942. The species belongs to the order Hemiptera, suborder Sternorrhyncha, and is part of the superfamily Psylloidea. Like other members of its , it is likely associated with specific plants, though detailed ecological information remains limited. The species has been documented in observation records, with 12 observations recorded on iNaturalist.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Calophya minuta: //kəˈlɒfiə maɪˈnjuːtə//

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Identification

Calophya minuta can be distinguished from other Calophya by its small size, as indicated by the specific epithet 'minuta.' Species in the Calophya are generally small psyllids with reduced wing venation compared to other . Accurate identification to species level typically requires examination of genitalic structures and comparison with described by Tuthill (1942).

Distribution

Distribution records indicate presence in Ario, though specific locality details are sparse. The Calophya has a primarily Neotropical distribution, with occurring in the Americas.

Similar Taxa

  • Other Calophya speciesSimilar and reduced wing venation; requires genitalic examination for definitive separation
  • Other Calophyidae generaShared characteristics of small size and simplified wing venation; distinguished by -specific structural features

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