Leafhopper
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Paralimnus phragmitis
A leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. The specific epithet 'phragmitis' references its association with Phragmites (common reed). Records indicate presence in Europe and parts of Asia, with observations from England, Apulia (Italy), Karelia (Russia), Chuvash Republic (Russia), and Khuzestan (Iran). The species is part of the tribe Paralimnini, which contains leafhoppers typically associated with wetland or grassland habitats.
Parallaxis
Parallaxis is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and tribe Dikraneurini. The genus was established by McAtee in 1926. Members of this genus are small, sap-feeding insects that inhabit diverse plant communities. As with other typhlocybines, they possess reduced wing venation and are among the smallest leafhoppers.
Parallaxis guzmani
Parallaxis guzmani is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by Baker in 1903 and is known from Central America. The genus Parallaxis belongs to the tribe Dikraneurini, a group of small, often colorful leafhoppers.
Paramesus
Paramesus is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, and tribe Paralimnini. The genus was established by Fieber in 1866 and belongs to the large group of true bugs (Hemiptera) within the Auchenorrhyncha. Leafhoppers in this genus are small, plant-feeding insects with piercing-sucking mouthparts. The genus is part of the diverse Membracoidea superfamily, which contains many economically significant agricultural pests.
Paraphlepsius
Paraphlepsius is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, tribe Pendarini, subfamily Deltocephalinae, containing approximately 70 described species. The genus is best known from detailed studies of Paraphlepsius irroratus, which serves as a vector of plant pathogens including the peach X-disease phytoplasma and the clover phyllody mycoplasmalike organism. Members of this genus are phloem-feeding insects with documented associations with grasses, legumes, and various agricultural crops.
Paraphlepsius apertinus
Paraphlepsius apertinus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Osborn & Lathrop in 1923. It is a member of the subfamily Deltocephalinae, one of the largest and most diverse groups of leafhoppers. The species is known from western North America. It has been recorded as a prey item for the sand wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata, which paralyzes adult leafhoppers to provision its nests.
Paraphlepsius attractus
Paraphlepsius attractus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. It is native to the southeastern United States, with documented records from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, and Maine. The species was described by Ball in 1909. It has been recorded as prey for the crabronid wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata.
Paraphlepsius brunneus
Paraphlepsius brunneus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, described by DeLong in 1916. The specific epithet "brunneus" (Latin for brown) likely refers to its coloration. As a member of the large genus Paraphlepsius, it belongs to a group of small to medium-sized leafhoppers commonly found in North American grasslands and open habitats. The species is documented from the southeastern United States.
Paraphlepsius cornutus
Paraphlepsius cornutus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Crowder in 1952. It belongs to the tribe Pendarini within the subfamily Deltocephalinae. The specific epithet 'cornutus' refers to a horned or horn-like structure, though detailed morphological descriptions of this feature are not well-documented in available sources. Like other leafhoppers, it is a member of the order Hemiptera, characterized by piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Paraphlepsius dentatus
Paraphlepsius dentatus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. The species was first described by Baker in 1898. It is a member of the genus Paraphlepsius, which belongs to the tribe Pendarini. This leafhopper has been documented as a prey item for the sand wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata, indicating it occupies a position in food webs involving predatory wasps.
Paraphlepsius eburneolus
Paraphlepsius eburneolus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. It is recorded from the eastern and central United States, with distribution records from Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, and Kansas. The species was described by Osborn and Lathrop in 1923.
Paraphlepsius incisus
Paraphlepsius incisus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Van Duzee in 1892. The species has been documented as a prey item of the digger wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata, which paralyzes adult leafhoppers to provision underground nest cells. Distribution records indicate presence in the north-central and northeastern United States.
Paraphlepsius irroratus
bespeckled leafhopper, irrorate leafhopper, brown-speckled leafhopper, irrorate spittlebug
Paraphlepsius irroratus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, commonly known as the bespeckled leafhopper. It is a documented vector of plant pathogens, specifically the clover phyllody mycoplasmalike organism (phytoplasma) and Peach X-disease. The species has been successfully reared in laboratory conditions, revealing broad host plant associations and a development period of 31.8–59.2 days across five nymphal instars.
Paraphlepsius lascivius
Paraphlepsius lascivius is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Ball in 1900. It occurs in western North America, with records from Alberta, British Columbia, Arizona, California, Colorado, and other regions. The species is known to be preyed upon by the wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata, which paralyzes adult leafhoppers to provision underground nest cells.
Paraphlepsius maculellus
Paraphlepsius maculellus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. The species was described by Osborn in 1915. It is one of several Paraphlepsius species known to serve as prey for the crabronid wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata. Observations of this species remain sparse, with limited distributional records from the northeastern United States.
Paraphlepsius micronotatus
A leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. Recorded as prey of the crabronid wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata. Known from the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Paraphlepsius occidentalis
Paraphlepsius occidentalis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Baker in 1898. It belongs to the subfamily Deltocephalinae and tribe Pendarini. The species is native to western North America, with documented occurrences in Alberta, British Columbia, California, Idaho, and Montana. As a member of the leafhopper family, it is likely a plant-feeding insect, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in available sources.
Paraphlepsius planus
Paraphlepsius planus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Sanders and DeLong in 1922. It belongs to the subfamily Deltocephalinae and tribe Pendarini. The species has been recorded in the southeastern United States, with observations from Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. As a member of the Auchenorrhyncha, it is a sap-feeding insect that uses piercing-sucking mouthparts to extract plant fluids.
Paraphlepsius rileyi
Paraphlepsius rileyi is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Baker in 1898. It belongs to the subfamily Deltocephalinae and tribe Pendarini. The species has been recorded from multiple U.S. states including Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, and Kansas. Like other leafhoppers, it is a small, plant-feeding insect with piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Paraphlepsius rossi
Paraphlepsius rossi is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by DeLong in 1938. It belongs to the subfamily Deltocephalinae and tribe Pendarini. The species has been recorded from several states in the eastern and central United States.
Paraphlepsius strobi
Paraphlepsius strobi is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. It was first described by Fitch in 1851. The species is placed in the tribe Pendarini and is one of multiple taxa that have been associated with conifers through their specific epithet 'strobi', which references pine cones (strobili). As a member of the Auchenorrhyncha, it possesses piercing-sucking mouthparts typical of this suborder.
Paraphlepsius tennessus
Paraphlepsius tennessus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by DeLong in 1916. The species is known from scattered records across the eastern and central United States, with iNaturalist documenting 116 observations as of the data cutoff. It belongs to a genus of relatively small, often inconspicuous leafhoppers. The species has been documented as prey for the digger wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata.
Paraphlepsius varispinus
Paraphlepsius varispinus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, described by Hamilton in 1972. The species belongs to the subgenus Gamarex within Paraphlepsius. It has been recorded as prey for the wasp Clitemnestra bipunctata, which paralyzes adult leafhoppers to provision its nest cells.
Paraulacizes
sharpshooters
Paraulacizes is a genus of sharpshooters (leafhoppers) in the family Cicadellidae, established by Young in 1968. The genus comprises approximately 11 described species distributed primarily in the Americas. Species in this genus are relatively large, robust leafhoppers with distinctive coloration patterns. Paraulacizes irrorata, the speckled sharpshooter, is among the most recognizable and well-studied species, serving as a representative for understanding the biology of this genus.
Paraulacizes irrorata
speckled sharpshooter
A large and distinctive North American sharpshooter leafhopper, readily recognizable by its size and speckled pattern. Adults feed on phloem of grasses and are active from early spring through summer. Eggs are laid in woody twigs, stems, or petioles, where they are vulnerable to parasitism by the egg parasitoid *Gonatocerus fasciatus*.
Pasadenus
Pasadenus is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, described by Ball in 1936. It belongs to the tribe Athysanini and subtribe Cochlorhinina. The genus is represented by few observations (19 records on iNaturalist), indicating it is either rare, poorly sampled, or restricted in distribution. Members of this genus share the general morphology of deltocephaline leafhoppers, characterized by a somewhat flattened body form and often distinctive head shape.
Pasaremus concentricus
Pasaremus concentricus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae. The specific epithet "concentricus" likely refers to a pattern of concentric markings on the body. It is recorded from western North America with scattered observations across diverse habitats. The genus Pasaremus belongs to the tribe Paralimnini, a group of grassland-associated leafhoppers.
Peconus
Peconus is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, and tribe Paralimnini. It was established by Oman in 1949 and belongs to the large group of true bugs (Hemiptera) characterized by piercing-sucking mouthparts. As a member of the Paralimnini, it is part of a tribe associated with grassland and wetland habitats. The genus is taxonomically accepted but poorly documented in published literature.
Pediopsis
Pediopsis is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, tribe Macropsini. The genus contains 19 described species with a nearly cosmopolitan distribution spanning the Palaearctic, Oriental, Nearctic, and Australian regions. Members are characterized by distinctive morphological features including a head across eyes narrower than the pronotum, a face wider than long, relatively large lora, and a frontally declivous pronotum with strongly oblique striations. Male genitalia lack pygofer spines or processes, and the dorsal connective is usually strongly developed.
Pediopsis tiliae
lime leafhopper
Pediopsis tiliae, commonly known as the lime leafhopper, is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae. It is associated with lime trees (Tilia species) as its host plant. The species has been recorded across parts of Europe and has been introduced to North America, with observations in the northeastern United States.
Pediopsoides
Pediopsoides is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, comprising 31 recognized species organized into four subgenera. The nominate subgenus Pediopsoides (Pediopsoides) exhibits high species diversity in southern China and is widely distributed across the Oriental region. Species are characterized by distinctive morphological features including pronotum with oblique striations, forewing with two ante-apical cells, and specialized male genital structures. The genus has been the subject of recent taxonomic revision, with multiple new species described from China in the past decade.
Pediopsoides davisi
Pediopsoides davisi is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Knull in 1940. It belongs to the subfamily Megophthalminae and tribe Pediopsoidini. The genus Pediopsoides comprises small leafhoppers often associated with woody vegetation. Available records indicate this species occurs in Texas.
Pediopsoides distinctus
Pediopsoides distinctus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae. It is a small, colorful insect with distinct wing patterns featuring streaks and bands. The species has been documented in late autumn in Kansas, where individuals are observed on weathered wooden fence boards. Like other leafhoppers, it possesses piercing-sucking mouthparts for feeding on plant sap.
Pendarus auroalbus
Gold and White Leafhopper
Pendarus auroalbus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, commonly known as the Gold and White Leafhopper. It occurs in the southeastern United States, with records from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. The species has been documented in 101 iNaturalist observations, indicating moderate observational frequency. As with other Cicadellidae, it is presumed to feed on plant vascular fluids using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Pendarus osborni
Pendarus osborni is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Metcalf in 1955. It belongs to the genus Pendarus, a group within the diverse leafhopper fauna of North America. The species has been recorded from the southeastern United States, specifically from Florida and Mississippi. Like other members of its family, it is presumed to feed on plant phloem sap, though specific host plant associations have not been documented in the available literature.
Pendarus palustris
Pendarus palustris is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae. As a member of this family, it belongs to a diverse group of small, plant-feeding insects known for their jumping ability and often colorful appearance. The specific epithet "palustris" suggests an association with marshy or wetland habitats. No detailed biological studies or ecological observations specific to this species have been documented in the provided sources.
Penehuleria
Penehuleria is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, and tribe Athysanini. It was established by Beamer in 1934 and is classified within the subtribe Cochlorhinina. The genus is poorly documented in scientific literature, with only two observations recorded on iNaturalist as of the available data. Like other members of Cicadellidae, species in this genus are presumed to be phloem-feeding insects associated with vascular plants.
Penehuleria acuticephala
Penehuleria acuticephala is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Beamer in 1934. It belongs to the subfamily Deltocephalinae and tribe Athysanini. The species is known from California, with very few documented observations.
Penestragania
Penestragania is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Iassinae, tribe Hyalojassini. The genus was established by Beamer & Lawson in 1945 and is native to North America. The species Penestragania apicalis has been recorded as invasive in Eastern Europe, where it was first detected in Donetsk, Ukraine in July 2020. Members of this genus are specialized phytophages associated with woody host plants.
Penestragania apicalis
Penestragania apicalis is a North American leafhopper species that has established as an invasive specialist phytophage of honey locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) in Europe. First recorded in Eastern Europe in July 2020 in Donetsk, Ukraine, it represents the third specialized pest of this host plant introduced to the continent. The species is attracted to light and has been detected using light traps, with its wide distribution in Europe suggested by records at considerable distances from initial introduction points. Its invasion vectors include unintended introduction with planting material and independent adult dispersal.
Penestragania robusta
Robust Leafhopper
Penestragania robusta is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Uhler in 1877. It is commonly known as the Robust Leafhopper. The species has been documented across western North America from Alberta to Baja California, with records extending eastward to Alabama. As a member of the true bugs (Hemiptera), it possesses piercing-sucking mouthparts adapted for feeding on plant fluids. The genus Penestragania is part of the diverse leafhopper fauna of North America.
Penthimia americana
Penthimia americana is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Fitch in 1851. It belongs to the subfamily Deltocephalinae and tribe Penthimiini. The species has been recorded across multiple eastern and central U.S. states.
Penthimia trimaculata
Penthimia trimaculata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, described by Motschulsky in 1863. The species belongs to the tribe Penthimiini, a group of small to medium-sized leafhoppers with distinctive morphological features. Very little is documented about its biology or ecology. Records indicate presence in Louisiana, USA.
Phlepsanus
Phlepsanus is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, and tribe Scaphoideini. It was established by Oman in 1949 and belongs to the subtribe Phlepsiina. The genus is part of the diverse leafhopper fauna within the true bugs (Hemiptera).
Phlepsanus n-sp-ut
Phlepsanus n-sp-ut is an undescribed species in the leafhopper genus Phlepsanus (family Cicadellidae, tribe Chiasmini). The 'n-sp-ut' designation indicates it is a new species from Utah, currently known from specimen records but not yet formally described in scientific literature. Species in this genus are typically associated with grassland and sagebrush habitats.
Pinumius
Pinumius is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Deltocephalinae, tribe Paralimnini. Described by Ribaut in 1946, this genus belongs to the tribe Paralimnini, a group of grassland-associated leafhoppers. Records indicate occurrence in Norway and Sweden. The genus is rarely documented, with minimal observational data available.
Planaphrodes bifasciatus
Planaphrodes bifasciatus is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Linnaeus in 1758. It belongs to the large and diverse group of true bugs (Hemiptera) characterized by piercing-sucking mouthparts. The species is placed in the genus Planaphrodes, which is part of the leafhopper radiation within the suborder Auchenorrhyncha. As with many Cicadellidae, it is likely associated with vascular plants, though specific ecological details remain poorly documented in available sources.
Plesiommata
Plesiommata is a genus of leafhoppers (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae) established by Provancher in 1889. The taxonomic status of this genus is disputed; GBIF flags it as "DOUBTFUL" and Catalogue of Life treats Plesiommata as a subgenus synonym of Aphrophora (Aphrophoridae). At least one species, Plesiommata corniculata, has been documented as a pest of Citrus spp.
Plesiommata tripunctata
Plesiommata tripunctata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Asa Fitch in 1851. The species is currently recognized as a synonym of Provancherana tripunctata by some taxonomic authorities, though it remains listed under Plesiommata in NCBI Taxonomy. Distribution records from GBIF indicate occurrence in the eastern United States, specifically Connecticut, District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, and Massachusetts. As a member of the true bugs (Hemiptera), it possesses piercing-sucking mouthparts characteristic of the order.
Polana
Polana is a genus of leafhoppers (Cicadellidae) in the tribe Gyponini, established by DeLong in 1942. The genus includes multiple subgenera (Polana, Nihilana, Polanana, Hobemanella, Bulbusana, Varpulana) with over 34 species described in the nominate subgenus alone. Species occur primarily in the Neotropical region, with documented diversity in Brazil, Costa Rica, and surrounding areas. The group has undergone extensive taxonomic revision, with numerous new combinations proposed to clarify subgeneric placement.