Amorphicola

Classification

Phylum: Arthropoda
Subphylum: Hexapoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hemiptera
Suborder: Sternorrhyncha
Superfamily: Psylloidea
Family: Psyllidae
Subfamily: Amorphicolinae
Genus: Amorphicola

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Amorphicola: /æˌmɔːrfɪˈkoʊlə/

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Summary

Amorphicola Heslop-Harrison (1961) includes 2 species that exclusively utilize Amorpha as a host. They are notable for their unique antennae length and are part of the Psyllinae subfamily, a group of plant-parasitic insects.

Physical Characteristics

Distinguished by their antennae length.

Identification Tips

Most easily distinguished by antennae length.

Habitat

Primarily associated with host plants of the genus Amorpha.

Distribution

Both species occur in the local area; specific distribution not detailed.

Diet

Plant-parasitic, primarily utilizing Amorpha as a host.

Ecosystem Role

Act as plant-parasites, affecting host plants in their environment.

Evolution

Part of the subfamily Psyllinae, which includes about 12 genera and at least 40 species.