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Erythridula divisa
Erythridula divisa is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It is a small, plant-feeding insect typical of the microleafhopper guild. The genus Erythridula belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a diverse group of diminutive leafhoppers often characterized by colorful markings on their wings and body. Like other members of its subfamily, this species feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythridula electa
Erythridula electa is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by McAtee in 1920. The species belongs to a diverse genus of small leafhoppers commonly referred to as microleafhoppers. Like other members of its tribe Erythroneurini, it is likely a plant sap-feeder, though specific host plant associations and detailed biology remain poorly documented.
Erythridula frisoni
Erythridula frisoni is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It is a member of the diverse Erythroneurini tribe, which contains many small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as 'microleafhoppers.' Like other members of its genus, this species likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. The species was described by Ross and DeLong in 1953.
Erythridula fumida
Erythridula fumida is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It is a small, plant-feeding insect typical of the microleafhopper guild. The species was described by Gillette in 1898 and occurs across a broad North American range from California to the eastern United States and southern Canada. Like other members of the genus Erythridula, it is characterized by its diminutive size and association with woody vegetation.
Erythridula hamata
Erythridula hamata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Beamer in 1930. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group commonly known as microleafhoppers due to their small size. Records indicate occurrence in northeastern North America including New Brunswick, New Hampshire, and New York. The genus Erythridula contains numerous small, often colorful leafhopper species that feed on plant sap.
Erythridula infinita
Erythridula infinita is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus Erythridula comprises small leafhoppers, often referred to as "microleafhoppers," that typically measure under 5 millimeters in body length. These insects feed on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. The species was described by Beamer in 1930. Like other members of its tribe Erythroneurini, E. infinita likely exhibits colorful patterning despite its diminutive size, though specific documentation of its appearance remains limited in available sources.
Erythridula insigna
Erythridula insigna is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as microleafhoppers. The species was described by Beamer and Griffith in 1935. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a plant-sap feeder, though specific host associations remain poorly documented.
Erythridula jocosa
Erythridula jocosa is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of its genus, it is a small, plant-feeding insect that feeds on sap. The species was described by Beamer in 1935. Leafhoppers in this group are typically found on vegetation and are known for their colorful markings and active behavior.
Erythridula lawsoniana
Erythridula lawsoniana is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus Erythridula comprises small leafhoppers often referred to as 'microleafhoppers' due to their diminutive size, typically under 5 millimeters. These insects feed on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. The species has been documented from scattered localities across eastern North America, with records from Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, New Hampshire, and Ontario.
Erythridula lemnisca
Erythridula lemnisca is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. First described by McAtee in 1926, this tiny insect belongs to a diverse genus within the tribe Erythroneurini. Leafhoppers in this group are characterized by their small size, often colorful markings, and plant-sap feeding habits. The species is part of the North American leafhopper fauna, with records from the United States.
Erythridula nitida
Erythridula nitida is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus Erythridula comprises small leafhoppers, often referred to as 'microleafhoppers,' typically measuring under 5 millimeters in body length. Like other members of the tribe Erythroneurini, this species likely exhibits colorful patterning on its wings despite its diminutive size. The species was described by Beamer in 1935.
Erythridula noeva
Erythridula noeva is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, originally described as Typhlocyba obliqua var. noevus by Gillette in 1898. It belongs to the subgenus Erythridula within the larger genus Erythroneura. The species has been documented on birch hosts in New Brunswick, Canada, where it exhibits similar seasonal histories and habits to other Erythridula species but differs in host relationships and ecology. It is one of five Erythridula species studied from birch in that region.
Erythridula nondescripta
Erythridula nondescripta is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Johnson in 1935. As a member of the tribe Erythroneurini, it belongs to a diverse group of small leafhoppers commonly referred to as 'microleafhoppers' due to their diminutive size, typically under 5 millimeters. The genus Erythridula contains multiple species that are frequently encountered in late autumn in temperate North America, often found on wooden fences and vegetation in residential and natural settings. Like other typhlocybines, this species feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythridula ohioensis
Erythridula ohioensis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Knull in 1945. The genus Erythridula belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a diverse group of small leafhoppers commonly referred to as microleafhoppers. Observations of this species are sparse, with records from Ohio and New Hampshire. Like other members of its tribe, it is likely a plant sap feeder, though specific host associations remain undocumented.
Erythridula penelutea
Erythridula penelutea is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Beamer in 1930. As a member of the Erythroneurini tribe, it belongs to a diverse group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly known as sharpshooters or microleafhoppers. The genus Erythridula comprises numerous species, many of which are challenging to distinguish without microscopic examination. Like other typhlocybine leafhoppers, this species likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythridula penenoeva
Erythridula penenoeva is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of this genus, it is a small, plant-feeding insect that inhabits diverse vegetation. The species was described by Beamer in 1930. Leafhoppers in this group are known for their colorful patterning and are commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers" due to their diminutive size.
Erythridula perita
Erythridula perita is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to a genus of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers." The species was described by Beamer in 1935. Like other members of its tribe Erythroneurini, it is likely associated with vascular plant feeding, though specific host records for this species are not well documented. It has been recorded from the northeastern United States.
Erythridula plena
Erythridula plena is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, first described by Beamer in 1930. Like other members of its tribe Erythroneurini, it is a small, plant-feeding insect. The species has been documented across a scattered distribution in North America, including records from British Columbia to the northeastern United States.
Erythridula praecisa
A small leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, Erythridula praecisa is a member of the diverse Erythroneurini tribe. The genus Erythridula contains numerous tiny, often colorful leafhopper species that are frequently encountered in temperate North America. This species is part of a group of microleafhoppers that are active late in the season and can be found on vegetation into autumn. Like other members of its tribe, it feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythridula rubrataeniensis
Erythridula rubrataeniensis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Beamer in 1930. It belongs to a genus of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as microleafhoppers. Like other members of the tribe Erythroneurini, this species likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. The specific epithet suggests a connection to red or ruddy markings (rubra-) and banding or stripes (taenia-).
Erythridula similalis
Erythridula similalis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to a diverse genus of microleafhoppers found primarily in North America. The species was described by Ross and DeLong in 1953. Like other members of Typhlocybinae, it is likely a plant sap-feeder, though specific host plant associations and detailed biology remain poorly documented.
Erythridula stolata
Erythridula stolata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of the genus, it is a small, plant-feeding insect that feeds on sap. The species was described by McAtee in 1920. Records indicate it occurs in northeastern North America, with observations from Maryland north to New Brunswick and Ontario.
Erythridula tenebrosa
Erythridula tenebrosa is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Knull in 1946. The specific epithet 'tenebrosa' (Latin for dark or gloomy) likely refers to its coloration. Like other members of the Erythroneurini tribe, it is a small, plant-feeding insect. The genus Erythridula comprises numerous North American species, many of which are challenging to distinguish without microscopic examination.
Erythridula verdana
Erythridula verdana is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of the genus Erythridula, it is a tiny insect, typically measuring under 5 millimeters in body length. Leafhoppers in this genus are known for their vivid coloration despite their small size, often displaying streaks and bands across their wings. The species was described by Ross and DeLong in 1953.
Erythridula victorialis
Erythridula victorialis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Knull in 1946. It belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini within the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group characterized by small size and often colorful patterning. The genus Erythridula comprises numerous microleafhopper species that are frequently encountered in eastern North American habitats. Like other members of its tribe, this species likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. Available records indicate limited documentation, with few observations in scientific databases.
Erythridula volucris
Erythridula volucris is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to a genus of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as microleafhoppers. The species was described by Beamer in 1930. Like other members of its tribe Erythroneurini, it is likely a phloem-feeding insect associated with woody or herbaceous host plants, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented.
Erythridula wysongi
Erythridula wysongi is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by Ross and DeLong in 1953. The genus Erythridula belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a diverse group of small leafhoppers commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers" due to their diminutive size. Like other members of its tribe, this species likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. The specific epithet "wysongi" presumably honors an individual, though the namesake is not documented in the provided sources.
Erythroneura
leafhoppers, microleafhoppers, grape leafhoppers
Erythroneura is a large genus of leafhoppers (Cicadellidae: Typhlocybinae) containing approximately 79 recognized species. Members are small, often colorful insects commonly known as microleafhoppers or grape leafhoppers. Several species are significant agricultural pests, particularly of grapevines (Vitis spp.), while others feed on sycamore (Platanus) and various other host plants. The genus exhibits complex ecological relationships including resource partitioning among sympatric species and serves as host for specialized egg parasitoids in the family Mymaridae.
Erythroneura aclys
Three-banded Leafhopper
Erythroneura aclys is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by McAtee in 1920. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of small, colorful leafhoppers commonly known as microleafhoppers or sharpshooters. Like other members of its genus, E. aclys is associated with woody plants and is active during the growing season in temperate North America. The species is characterized by distinct wing patterning that aids in identification.
Erythroneura acuticephala
Erythroneura acuticephala is a species of microleafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Robinson in 1924. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of small leafhoppers commonly known as microleafhoppers, many of which are associated with woody plants. The species epithet 'acuticephala' refers to its pointed head shape. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a phloem-feeding insect that inhabits deciduous forest and woodland edge habitats.
Erythroneura anfracta
Erythroneura anfracta is a species of microleafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Beamer in 1929. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly known as microleafhoppers. The species is part of the Typhlocybinae subfamily, which includes many economically important agricultural pests. Like other members of its genus, E. anfracta is likely associated with woody vegetation, though specific host plant relationships remain undocumented.
Erythroneura aza
Erythroneura aza is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Robinson in 1924. It belongs to the large genus Erythroneura, a group commonly known as microleafhoppers or sharpshooters, many of which are associated with woody plants. The species is part of the diverse North American leafhopper fauna, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in published literature. Like other members of its genus, it likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythroneura bakeri
Erythroneura bakeri is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Dmitriev and Dietrich in 2007. It belongs to a genus containing numerous species associated with woody plants, many of which are economically important pests of vineyards and orchards. The specific biology and host associations of E. bakeri remain poorly documented in the scientific literature.
Erythroneura bidens
Erythroneura bidens is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by McAtee in 1924. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of small leafhoppers commonly known as sharpshooters or microleafhoppers. The species has been documented from scattered locations in the eastern United States. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with woody vegetation, though specific host plant relationships remain poorly documented.
Erythroneura bistrata
Two-banded Leafhopper
Erythroneura bistrata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to a genus containing numerous species commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers" due to their small size. Members of this genus are known for their often vivid coloration with streaks and bands across their wings. The specific epithet "bistrata" refers to the two-banded appearance. Like other Erythroneura species, it is likely associated with woody plants and may be encountered in late season when leafhoppers are abundant.
Erythroneura browni
Erythroneura browni is a species of microleafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Dmitriev and Dietrich in 2007. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of small leafhoppers commonly known as "microleafhoppers" due to their minute size. Like other members of this genus, E. browni likely exhibits the colorful wing patterns characteristic of Erythroneura species. The species is known from New Hampshire based on distribution records.
Erythroneura caetra
Erythroneura caetra is a species of microleafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by McAtee in 1924. As a member of the genus Erythroneura, it belongs to a diverse group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers." The species is part of the Erythroneurini tribe, which includes numerous economically significant vineyard and agricultural pests. Specific biological and ecological details for E. caetra remain poorly documented in the scientific literature, with most information inferred from genus-level characteristics.
Erythroneura cancellata
Erythroneura cancellata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by McAtee in 1920. It belongs to a genus containing numerous economically important grape-feeding species. Like congeners in Erythroneura, it likely exhibits the small, colorful, and agile characteristics typical of microleafhoppers. The species name 'cancellata' refers to a latticed or grid-like pattern, suggesting distinctive wing markings. Distribution records indicate occurrence in Maryland, USA.
Erythroneura carinata
Erythroneura carinata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Dmitriev and Dietrich in 2007. It belongs to the diverse genus Erythroneura, which contains numerous species commonly known as grape leafhoppers and related microleafhoppers. Many Erythroneura species are economically significant pests of vineyards and orchards, though specific information on E. carinata's biology and pest status remains limited in the available literature.
Erythroneura coloradensis
Erythroneura coloradensis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, first described by Gillette in 1892. The genus Erythroneura comprises numerous small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers," many of which are associated with woody plants. Species in this genus are frequently encountered in late autumn on sun-warmed surfaces. Specific biological details for E. coloradensis remain poorly documented in available literature, though congeners are known to feed on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. The species has been recorded from multiple states in the central and western United States.
Erythroneura comes
Eastern Grape Leafhopper
Erythroneura comes, the Eastern Grape Leafhopper, is a key pest of grapevines in central and northeastern North America. Adults overwinter in leaf litter and debris, becoming active in spring to feed on diverse plants before colonizing grape foliage. Despite feeding on many host plants, oviposition is restricted exclusively to wild and cultivated grape. The species causes stippling, chlorosis, and early leaf drop through feeding damage, with one to four generations per year depending on geographic location and environmental conditions.
Erythroneura corni
Erythroneura corni is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to a large genus of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly known as sharpshooters or leafhoppers. The species was described by Robinson in 1924. Very little specific ecological or biological information has been documented for this particular species.
Erythroneura cymbium
Erythroneura cymbium is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by McAtee in 1920. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly known as "microleafhoppers." Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with feeding on plant sap, though specific host plant associations and detailed biology remain poorly documented in published literature. The species has been recorded from multiple U.S. states including Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
Erythroneura delicata
Erythroneura delicata is a microleafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, first described by McAtee in 1920. The species belongs to a diverse genus of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly associated with woody plants. Like congeners, it is likely a phloem-feeding herbivore with host plant associations typical of the Erythroneurini tribe. The species has been documented from the eastern United States based on museum and observational records.
Erythroneura elegans
Erythroneura elegans is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by McAtee in 1920. It belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini within the subfamily Typhlocybinae. The species has been documented in several North American states and provinces. Its eggs are known to be parasitized by the fairyfly Anagrus epos, a member of the family Mymaridae.
Erythroneura elegantula
Western Grape Leafhopper
Erythroneura elegantula, the Western Grape Leafhopper, is a leafhopper species native to western North America and a significant pest of cultivated grapevines. It completes two generations annually between April and September in California vineyards. Population densities vary with proximity to vegetational borders, remaining stable near diverse perennial flowering hedgerows and riparian zones while declining at greater distances from borders. The species serves as host for egg parasitoids in the genus Anagrus (Mymaridae), which provide biological control.
Erythroneura fraxa
Fraxa Leafhopper
Erythroneura fraxa is a species of microleafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Robinson in 1924. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of small, colorful leafhoppers commonly found in North America. Members of this genus are known for their striking wing patterns with bands and streaks of color. The species has been documented in Kansas based on distribution records. Like other Erythroneura species, it likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythroneura infuscata
Leafhopper
Erythroneura infuscata is a small leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Adults measure 2.8-3.0 mm in length and exhibit distinctive dark coloration with contrasting pale and red markings. The species is primarily black with small pale spots on the wings and body, a prominent white patch on the costal margin of each wing followed by a red mark, and whitish legs and face. It inhabits mixed hardwood forests and is attracted to light at night. The species is known from several eastern and central U.S. states.
Erythroneura integra
Erythroneura integra is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by McAtee in 1920. It belongs to the genus Erythroneura, a diverse group of microleafhoppers commonly known as grape leafhoppers. The species is part of the Typhlocybinae subfamily, which contains many economically important agricultural pests. Like other members of its genus, E. integra is likely associated with woody plants, though specific host associations and economic impact have not been extensively documented in the available literature.
Erythroneura nudata
Erythroneura nudata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by McAtee in 1920. Like other members of the genus Erythroneura, it belongs to a group commonly known as microleafhoppers or grape leafhoppers, many of which are associated with woody plants. The species is part of a diverse North American fauna of Typhlocybinae that feed on plant sap. Specific biological details for E. nudata remain poorly documented compared to economically important congeners such as E. comes and E. ziczac.