Cyrtophyllicus
Hebard, 1908
Species Guides
1- Cyrtophyllicus chlorum(Chaparral Shieldback)
Cyrtophyllicus is a of shield-backed katydids ( Tettigoniidae) containing a single described , C. chlorum. The genus was established by Hebard in 1908. Observations are concentrated in California, with 52 records documented on iNaturalist.
Pronunciation
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Identification
As a shield-backed katydid, members of this possess the characteristic enlarged pronotum that extends backward over the , forming a protective shield-like structure. The single C. chlorum (Chaparral Shieldback) has been documented from Winters, California. Specific diagnostic features distinguishing Cyrtophyllicus from other shield-backed katydid genera are not available in the provided sources.
Habitat
The of the sole , Chaparral Shieldback, suggests association with chaparral vegetation. One documented observation occurred in Winters, California.
Distribution
California, United States. Distribution records from GBIF and iNaturalist observations are limited to this state.
Similar Taxa
- Other Tettigoniinae generaShield-backed katydids in the Tettigoniinae share the enlarged pronotum characteristic; precise differentiation requires examination of genitalic and other morphological features not specified in available sources.
More Details
Monotypic genus
Cyrtophyllicus contains only one described , C. chlorum, making it a within the diverse Tettigoniidae.