Aaroniella

Mockford, 1951

loving barklice

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Aaroniella is a of barklice in the Philotarsidae, commonly referred to as 'loving barklice.' The genus contains more than 40 described and was established by Mockford in 1951. Species within this genus show variation in reproductive strategies, including documented in at least one species.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Aaroniella: //əˌroʊniˈɛlə//

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Identification

Members of Aaroniella can be distinguished from other Philotarsidae by features of the wing venation and genital structures; specific diagnostic characters vary by and life stage.

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Distribution

Documented from USA, Mexico, Panama, Indonesia, Japan, and Australia. ranges within the are largely distinct but may show some overlap.

Life Cycle

have been separated and identified across all stages.

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Reproductive Biology

At least one , A. eertmoedi, is parthenogenetic with apparently no males observed. This represents a notable reproductive strategy within the .

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