Empoascini
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Chlorita
Chlorita is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus was established by Fieber in 1872. Species occur in Europe, with documented records from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and southern Italy. Some species exhibit strict host plant associations, including monophagy on Artemisia campestris subsp. variabilis.
Coccineasca banksianae
Coccineasca banksianae is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by Hamilton in 1982 and is classified within the tribe Empoascini. The species is recorded from multiple provinces in Canada. As a member of Typhlocybinae, it belongs to a group of leafhoppers commonly known as typhlocybine or 'sharpshooter' leafhoppers, though specific biological details for this species remain poorly documented.
Empoa aureotecta
Empoa aureotecta is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Sanders and DeLong in 1917. The genus Empoa belongs to the tribe Empoascini, a group of small, often greenish leafhoppers that feed on plant sap. Members of this genus and related taxa are known for producing brochosomes—nanoparticle coatings that make their bodies superhydrophobic and anti-reflective. The specific epithet "aureotecta" (from Latin aureus "golden" + tectus "covered") likely refers to a golden or yellowish coloration or covering characteristic of this species.
Empoa bella
Empoa bella is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Hamilton in 1983. The genus Empoa belongs to a group of leafhoppers known for producing brochosomes—nanoparticle coatings that make their exoskeletons superhydrophobic and anti-reflective. Records indicate this species occurs in the Canadian Maritime provinces of New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. As with other Empoasca-related leafhoppers, it likely shares the characteristic brochosome-producing morphology, though species-specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Empoa n-species
Empoa n-species is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, tribe Empoascini. The genus Empoa belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group of small, often brightly colored leafhoppers commonly known as typhlocybine leafhoppers. Members of this genus are plant-feeding insects that use piercing-sucking mouthparts to extract sap from host plants. The specific epithet "n-species" suggests this may be an undescribed or placeholder designation in taxonomic literature.
Empoasca fabae
potato leafhopper
Empoasca fabae, commonly known as the potato leafhopper, is a small, lime-green leafhopper native to North America and a significant agricultural pest. It migrates northward annually from Gulf States to the Midwest and eastern United States, causing damage to over 200 plant species. The species feeds on plant sap and injects a toxin that causes 'hopperburn'—characteristic drying, curling, and rotting of plant tissues. Climate warming has been linked to earlier arrival dates (approximately 10 days earlier than in the 1950s) and more severe infestations in warmer years. It completes one to two generations per year in northern regions like Québec, with population peaks occurring in June-July.
Hebata erigeron
Hebata erigeron is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by DeLong in 1931 under the basionym Empoasca erigeron. It belongs to the tribe Empoascini within the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group known for small, agile leafhoppers that feed on plant phloem. The species has been recorded in scattered locations across eastern and central North America.
Joruma
Joruma is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and tribe Empoascini. It was established by McAtee in 1924. Members of this genus are small, delicate leafhoppers characteristic of the Typhlocybinae, a group known for reduced wing venation and plant-feeding habits. The genus is part of the diverse Membracoidea superfamily within the Auchenorrhyncha.
Joruma minuta
Joruma minuta is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Lawson in 1930. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group commonly known as typhlocybine leafhoppers. Very little is known about this species beyond its taxonomic classification. The genus Joruma is part of the tribe Empoascini, which includes many small, often economically important leafhoppers.
Joruma pisca
Joruma pisca is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Described by McAtee in 1924, this small hemipteran belongs to a group known for their sap-feeding habits on vascular plants. Records indicate occurrence in the eastern United States, specifically Illinois, Maryland, and Ohio. The genus Joruma is classified within the tribe Empoascini, which includes numerous economically significant agricultural pests.
Jorumina
Jorumina is a subtribe of leafhoppers within the tribe Empoascini, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and family Cicadellidae. It was established by McAtee in 1926. Members of this subtribe are small, sap-feeding insects that belong to a diverse group of Hemiptera commonly known as leafhoppers.
Kyboasca
Kyboasca is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus was established by Zakhvatkin in 1953. Members of this genus are small, sap-feeding insects commonly found in the Palearctic region. The genus is placed in the tribe Empoascini, which includes many economically important agricultural pests.
Kyboasca bipunctata
Kyboasca bipunctata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Originally described as Chloria bipunctata by Oshanin in 1871, this small true bug belongs to the tribe Empoascini, a group known for containing many economically significant agricultural pests. The genus Kyboasca is part of the diverse leafhopper fauna found across the Palearctic and Nearctic regions. As a member of the Typhlocybinae, it possesses the characteristic reduced wing venation and specialized mouthparts for piercing-sucking plant feeding typical of this subfamily.
Kyboasca splendida
Kyboasca splendida is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. First described by Gillette in 1898, this species belongs to a genus of small, plant-feeding insects commonly known as leafhoppers. Members of this subfamily are characterized by their reduced wing venation and association with host plants.
Kybos
Kybos is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Species occur in Europe, New Zealand, Northern America, and Central Asia. At least six species have been documented in Kyrgyzstan, with four being native and endemic to Central Asia and two apparently introduced. Males produce species-specific vibrational calling signals used in mate recognition.
Kybos andresia
Kybos andresia is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Ross in 1963. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group characterized by small size and reduced wing venation. Records indicate presence in northeastern North America, including Canada and the United States. The species is known from very few observations, reflecting either genuine rarity or undercollection.
Kybos copula
Kybos copula is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The species was described by DeLong in 1931 and is currently accepted as valid. It belongs to the tribe Empoascini, a group of small, often economically significant leafhoppers. The specific epithet "copula" refers to mating or joining together.
Kybos luda
Kybos luda is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The species was described by Davidson and DeLong in 1938. It belongs to a genus of small, often inconspicuous leafhoppers that feed on plant sap. Distribution records indicate presence in both North America and Eurasia.
Kybos petiolaridis
Kybos petiolaridis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Ross in 1963. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group of small, often inconspicuous leafhoppers commonly known as typhlocybine leafhoppers. The species is known from limited collection records in northeastern North America. Very little published information exists on its biology or ecology.
Kybos rossi
Kybos rossi is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by Hamilton in 1972. The species belongs to a genus of small, often inconspicuous leafhoppers that feed on plant sap. Distribution records indicate presence in British Columbia, Canada.
Kybos trifasciatus
Three-banded Leafhopper
Kybos trifasciatus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It is a small, plant-feeding insect known from scattered records across western and central North America. The species name 'trifasciatus' refers to three bands, likely describing markings on the body or wings. As a member of the Empoascini tribe, it shares characteristics with other economically significant leafhoppers, though specific ecological impacts for this species remain poorly documented.
Kybos yukonensis
Kybos yukonensis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by Ross in 1963. The species is endemic to northwestern North America, with records from Alaska, Yukon, and British Columbia. As a member of the Empoascini tribe, it belongs to a group of small, agile leafhoppers often associated with woody vegetation.