Platycoryphinae
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1Platycoryphinae is a of psyllids within the Psyllidae. Members are small, plant-feeding true bugs in the order Hemiptera. As part of Sternorrhyncha, they share the characteristic of this group. The subfamily is distinguished from other subfamilies by specific morphological features of the and genitalia.
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How to pronounce Platycoryphinae: /ˌplætɪˌkɔːrəˈfaɪniː/
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Identification
Platycoryphinae can be distinguished from other Psyllidae by the presence of a distinct epistomal on the and specific configurations of the male parameres. The forewing venation pattern differs from that of Psyllinae, with characteristic branching of the near the wing apex. Antennal segment proportions also provide diagnostic characters for separating this subfamily from Aphalaroidinae.
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Similar Taxa
- PsyllinaeSimilar body plan and wing venation, but Psyllinae lack the distinct epistomal and have different male genitalia structures.
- AphalaroidinaeOverlaps in plant use and general ; Aphalaroidinae can be distinguished by antennal segment proportions and differences in the structure of the proctiger.
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Taxonomic note
Platycoryphinae is one of several recognized within Psyllidae based on morphological and molecular phylogenetic studies. The subfamily classification of Psyllidae remains under active revision.