Acizziinae

Acizziinae

Classification

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Acizziinae: /ˌækɪˈzaɪɪniː/

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Images

Acizzia acaciaebaileyana adults with sugars 28Feb2009 by Warricknelson. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.
Acizzia acaciaebaileyana nymphs 19Apr2009 by Warricknelson. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.
Acizzia acaciabaileyana adult 19Apr2009 by Warricknelson. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.
Acizzia uncatoides adult nymphs sugars Hamptons Rd 22 Aug 2009 by Warricknelson. Used under a CC BY 3.0 license.

Summary

Acizziinae is a subfamily of psyllids with 4 species in the local area and 68 species in a single genus worldwide, known for their sap-feeding on Acacia and Albizia species, particularly prevalent in gardens and plantations.

Habitat

Primarily associated with Acacia and Albizia species, often found in gardens and plantations.

Distribution

Widely distributed in areas where host plants, particularly Acacia and Albizia, are cultivated.

Diet

Suck sap from host plants, primarily Acacia and Albizia species, and also Mimosa.

Ecosystem Role

Involved in the management of plant health and potential minor pest status on plantations and gardens.

Economic Impact

Occasionally reported economic damage on plantation species; generally mild damage to leaves.

Tags

  • Acizziinae
  • Psyllids
  • Hemiptera
  • Insecta
  • Plant pests