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Clastoptera octonotata
Clastoptera octonotata is a species of spittlebug described by Hamilton in 2015. It belongs to the family Clastopteridae, a group of xylem-feeding insects known for producing frothy spittle masses as nymphs. The species name refers to eight distinct markings. As a recently described species, detailed natural history information remains limited. It occurs in North America and has been documented through observations on iNaturalist.
Clinopsocus nigrescens
Clinopsocus nigrescens is a species of barklouse in the family Elipsocidae, described by Mockford in 2018. It belongs to the order Psocodea, a group of small, often overlooked insects that includes both parasitic lice and free-living barklice and booklice. The genus Clinopsocus is classified within the subfamily Pseudopsocinae. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.
Coenonycha inaja
Coenonycha inaja is a scarab beetle species described in 2022 from California. It belongs to the genus Coenonycha, a group of melolonthine scarabs endemic to western North America. The species is known from a single observation record, reflecting its recent description and likely limited survey effort.
Crassomicrodus clypealis
Crassomicrodus clypealis is a species of parasitoid wasp in the family Braconidae, described in 2011 by Figueroa, Sharkey and Romero. The genus Crassomicrodus belongs to a group of braconid wasps that are parasitoids of other insects. As a relatively recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.
Crostis boreas
Crostis boreas is a species of weevil in the family Curculionidae, described by Prena and Anderson in 2022. The genus Crostis was established relatively recently in weevil systematics. As a newly described species with limited published information, detailed knowledge of its biology and ecology remains sparse. It belongs to the hyperdiverse weevil family Curculionidae, which contains over 40,000 described species worldwide.
Cuerna lyrifora
Cuerna lyrifora is a species of sharpshooter leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described in 2015. It belongs to the tribe Proconiini, a group known for their large size and powerful jumping ability among leafhoppers. The species was established based on morphological distinctions from congeners.
Cupressatia
Cupressatia is a genus of gall midges (Cecidomyiidae) established in 2013 by Raymond Gagné. The genus is associated with cypress (Cupressaceae) hosts. Records indicate presence in northern Europe (Denmark, Norway, Sweden). As a recently described genus, detailed biological information remains limited.
Curaliidae
Curaliidae is a monotypic family of true bugs (Hemiptera: Heteroptera) erected in 2008. The family contains a single species, Curalium cronini, found in tropical Australia. Its phylogenetic placement within Cimicoidea reflects a distinct lineage separate from other cimicomorphan families.
Cydia marita
Cydia marita is a species of tortricid moth in the genus Cydia, described by Brown in 2014. It belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae and tribe Grapholitini. As a recently described species, published literature on its biology and ecology remains limited. The genus Cydia includes numerous economically significant agricultural pests, though species-level information for C. marita specifically has not been documented in the available sources.
Cydia timara
Cydia timara is a species of tortricid moth described by Brown in 2014. It belongs to the genus Cydia, a group that includes several economically significant agricultural pests such as the codling moth (C. pomonella) and the filbertworm (C. latiferreana). As a recently described species, detailed biological and ecological information remains limited.
Dasysyrphus occidualis
Western Brusheye
Dasysyrphus occidualis is a hoverfly species described in 2013, distinguished as a western North American representative of the Dasysyrphus genus. The common name "Western Brusheye" references its geographic position relative to other members of this group. As with other Dasysyrphus species, it belongs to a genus characterized by distinctive eye and facial setation patterns. The species remains poorly known due to its recent description and limited observational records.
Diastema leo
Diastema leo is a species of moth in the family Noctuidae, subfamily Condicinae, described by Troubridge in 2020. The genus Diastema belongs to a diverse group of noctuid moths found primarily in the Americas. As a recently described species, detailed ecological and biological information remains limited.
Digrammia equivocata
equivocal looper
Digrammia equivocata, the equivocal looper, is a moth species in the family Geometridae. It was described by Douglas C. Ferguson in 2008 and is native to North America. The species is listed as historic in Massachusetts and as a species of special concern in Connecticut. Its larval host plant is Tephrosia virginiana.
Digrammia imparilata
Digrammia imparilata is a species of geometrid moth described by Ferguson in 2008. It belongs to the genus Digrammia, a group commonly known as granite moths. The species is known from North America. Like other members of its genus, it is likely nocturnal and attracted to ultraviolet light sources.
Doryodes reineckei
A recently described moth species in the family Erebidae, known only from Spartina marshes along the US Gulf Coast from western Florida to eastern Texas. Described in 2015, it remains poorly known with only one iNaturalist observation recorded. The species is named in honor of USDA entomologist John P. Reinecke for his contributions to insect organ culture techniques and larval lepidopteran anatomy.
Dracunesia
Dracunesia is a genus of small parasitoid wasps in the family Bethylidae, described in 2018 by Alencar and Azevedo. The genus was established based on specimens from Brazil, representing a distinct lineage within this family of aculeate wasps. Bethylidae are known as flat wasps, characterized by their laterally compressed bodies and parasitoid lifestyle, primarily attacking immature stages of various insects. As a recently described genus, knowledge of Dracunesia remains limited to the original taxonomic description.
Dromochorus knisleyi
Juniper Grove Tiger Beetle
Dromochorus knisleyi is a recently described tiger beetle species (2019) in the genus Dromochorus, a group of flightless, secretive beetles found in North America. The genus Dromochorus contains some of the most enigmatic and poorly known tiger beetles on the continent. Related species in this genus are characterized by highly restricted distributions, specialized habitat requirements, and extreme difficulty in detection and study due to their rapid running behavior and tendency to disappear into vegetation or soil cracks. The specific epithet honors tiger beetle specialist C. B. Knisley.
Dromochorus welderensis
Gulf Prairie Tiger Beetle
Dromochorus welderensis is a tiger beetle species described in 2019 from Texas, USA. It belongs to the genus Dromochorus, a group of flightless, fast-running tiger beetles associated with open, eroded clay habitats. The species is named for the Welder Wildlife Refuge in Texas, where it was discovered. As a recently described species, detailed information about its biology remains limited.
Druon laceyi
Druon laceyi is a cynipid gall wasp described in 2022 from Texas, USA. The species is placed in the genus Druon, which contains gall-forming wasps associated with oaks (Quercus). As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited. The species epithet honors botanist Robert Lacey.
Dryocosmus archboldi
Dryocosmus archboldi is a species of gall wasp in the family Cynipidae, described in 2021 by Melika and Abrahamson. It belongs to a genus whose members are associated with oak trees (Quercus species) and induce the formation of galls. The species name honors Archbold Biological Station in Florida, where the type specimen was collected. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.
Dyspyralis ocala
Dyspyralis ocala is a moth species in the family Erebidae, subfamily Hypenodinae, described by David Troubridge in 2020. The specific epithet "ocala" references the Ocala region of Florida, suggesting a geographic association with this area. As a recently described species, detailed information about its biology and ecology remains limited. It belongs to a genus of small moths whose members are typically associated with forested habitats.
Ecdytolopha coloradana
Ecdytolopha coloradana is a tortricid moth species described from Colorado in 2001. It belongs to the subfamily Olethreutinae, a group of small to medium-sized moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. The genus Ecdytolopha contains species whose larvae often develop in plant tissues, including fruits and stems. This species is known from relatively few observations, reflecting either restricted distribution or limited survey effort.
Ellescus michaeli
Ellescus michaeli is a weevil species described in 2023 from the genus Ellescus, a group of small to medium-sized weevils in the family Curculionidae. The species is known from a single iNaturalist observation, indicating it remains poorly documented in the scientific literature. As a recently described taxon, its biology and ecology have not been formally studied. The genus Ellescus is distributed across the Holarctic region, with species often associated with herbaceous vegetation.
Empoasca kittelbergeri
Empoasca kittelbergeri is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Chandler in 2017. It belongs to the genus Empoasca, a large and economically significant group of leafhoppers that includes several major agricultural pests. The species is known from New Hampshire, USA. Like other Empoasca species, it likely shares the characteristic bright coloration and small size typical of the genus, though specific details about its biology and ecology remain limited due to its recent description.
Epiceraticelus mandyae
Epiceraticelus mandyae is a species of sheet-web weaving spider in the family Linyphiidae, described in 2019 from specimens collected in the United States. It belongs to a small genus of dwarf spiders characterized by distinctive genitalic morphology. The species was named in honor of arachnologist Mandy Howe. As a recently described species with limited published records, its biology and ecology remain poorly documented.
Epinotia ephemerana
Epinotia ephemerana is a species of tortricid moth in the family Tortricidae, described by Brown & Brown in 2018. The species belongs to the genus Epinotia, a group of small moths commonly known as tortrix moths or leafroller moths. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited. The specific epithet "ephemerana" suggests a possible association with ephemeral or short-lived host plants or habitats.
Euclemensia barksdalensis
Euclemensia barksdalensis is a micro-moth in the family Cosmopterigidae, described from Louisiana in 2011. The species is named for Barksdale Air Force Base, its type locality. Sexual dimorphism in forewing length has been documented, with males slightly larger than females. This species belongs to a genus whose members are associated with scale insects.
Euconnus separatus
Euconnus separatus is a species of ant-like stone beetle described in 2021 from the southeastern and central United States. It belongs to the hyperdiverse genus Euconnus, which contains over 3,000 described species globally. The species is known from scattered records across 22 states, primarily in the eastern and south-central U.S.
Eucosma clementeana
Eucosma clementeana is a tortricid moth described from San Clemente Island, California in 2010. As a recently described species in the large genus Eucosma, its biology and ecology remain poorly documented. The species belongs to the Olethreutinae subfamily, whose larvae are predominantly internal feeders on plant tissues. Its restricted type locality suggests potential island endemism, though its full range requires further survey.
Eucosma knudsoni
Eucosma knudsoni is a species of tortricid moth described from Texas in 2015. It belongs to a large genus of small moths commonly known as bell moths or eucosmas, many of which are associated with Asteraceae host plants. The species is known from very few observations, reflecting both its recent description and likely restricted distribution or cryptic habits. As a member of the Olethreutinae subfamily, it possesses the characteristic tortricid resting posture with wings held rooflike over the body.
Feron tetyanae
Feron tetyanae is a cynipid gall wasp species described in 2023 by Melika. As a member of the family Cynipidae, it belongs to a group of wasps known for inducing plant galls during their reproductive cycle. The species is placed in the genus Feron, which contains gall wasps associated with oak hosts. The specific epithet honors Tetyana, likely recognizing a contributor to cynipid research.
Flavoclypeus
Flavoclypeus is a genus of planthoppers in the family Delphacidae, described by Kennedy and Bartlett in 2014. The genus belongs to the superfamily Delphacoidea, a diverse group of small, sap-feeding insects commonly found in grassland and wetland habitats. As a relatively recently described genus, Flavoclypeus represents part of ongoing taxonomic refinement within the Delphacidae.
Floridelater
Floridelater is a genus of click beetles (Elateridae) described in 2017 by Douglas. The genus is known from very few observations and its taxonomic status is marked as doubtful in some databases. As a recently described genus in a large and diverse family, its circumscription and species content remain poorly documented in the literature.
Floritettix osceola
Floritettix osceola is a species of grasshopper in the family Acrididae, described by Otte in 2014. It belongs to the genus Floritettix, a North American group of spur-throated grasshoppers in the subfamily Melanoplinae. The species is known from a small number of observations in Florida, suggesting it may be uncommon or have a restricted range. Like other melanopline grasshoppers, it is likely associated with grassland or open habitat vegetation.
Fluviphirus
Fluviphirus is a genus of rove beetles in the family Staphylinidae, described by Brunke in 2021. It belongs to the subtribe Indoquediina within the tribe Staphylinini. The genus name suggests an association with riverine or fluvial habitats. As a recently described taxon, detailed biological information remains limited.
Glaresis california
Glaresis california is a species of scarab beetle in the family Glaresidae, described in 2014 from California. Members of this family are small, soil-dwelling beetles often called 'enigmatic scarab beetles' due to their cryptic habits and uncertain phylogenetic placement. The species is known only from its type locality in California and is among the more recently described species in this poorly studied family.
Glyphomerinae
Glyphomerinae is a subfamily of chalcidoid wasps within Torymidae, established in 2018 based on molecular phylogenetic studies. The group represents a distinct lineage within torymid wasps, separated from other subfamilies due to genetic and morphological evidence. It contains relatively few described species compared to other torymine groups. Members are parasitoid wasps, though specific host associations remain poorly documented.
Gymnetina cretacea sundbergi
Gymnetina cretacea sundbergi is a recently described subspecies of flower chafer endemic to the Organ Mountains of New Mexico. It was first described in 2011 and has been documented at Aguirre Springs Campground in the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. The subspecies is attracted to sweet red wine-baited traps and appears to be active in late summer and early fall.
Gyrophaena meduxnekeagensis
Gyrophaena meduxnekeagensis is a small rove beetle (Staphylinidae: Aleocharinae) described from eastern Canada in 2009. As a member of the genus Gyrophaena, it is associated with fungal habitats, particularly polypore bracket fungi. The species is currently known from a limited number of records in New Brunswick, Ontario, and Quebec.
Haplopeodes loprestii
Haplopeodes loprestii is a species of leaf-mining fly in the family Agromyzidae, described in 2021 by Eiseman and Lonsdale. It belongs to the subfamily Phytomyzinae, a group known for larvae that create distinctive feeding tunnels within plant leaves. As a recently described species, detailed natural history information remains limited.
Hebetica sylviae
Hebetica sylviae is a treehopper species in the family Membracidae, first described in 2019 from specimens discovered in Murray, Kentucky. It is the sole Nearctic representative of the genus Hebetica and the only member of the tribe Darnini (raindrop treehoppers) in the Eastern United States. Adults are distinguished by their green coloration when alive, which is uncommon among U.S. treehoppers. The species is associated with mulberry trees (Morus spp.) and has been documented in Kentucky and Georgia.
Herpetogramma nymphalis
Herpetogramma nymphalis is a species of moth in the family Crambidae, described by Handfield & Handfield in 2021. The genus Herpetogramma belongs to the subfamily Pyraustinae, a diverse group of grass and sod webworm moths. Many Herpetogramma species are associated with grasses and sedges as larval hosts. As a recently described species, detailed biological information remains limited.
Hesperia balcones
Hesperia balcones is a species of skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae, described by Grishin in 2023. The species epithet "balcones" refers to the Balcones Escarpment in Texas, indicating the geographic region where this species occurs. As a recently described taxon, detailed information about its biology and ecology remains limited.
Hewlettia
Hewlettia is a genus of cicadas in the family Cicadidae, subfamily Tibicininae, and tribe Tibicinini. It was described by Smeds in 2023. As a member of the Tibicinini, it belongs to a group of cicadas distributed primarily in the Mediterranean region and adjacent areas. The genus is represented by a small number of observations on iNaturalist, suggesting limited documentation or restricted distribution.
Hyalella wellborni
Hyalella wellborni is a freshwater amphipod species in the family Hyalellidae, described in 2015 from the southeastern United States. The genus Hyalella comprises small benthic crustaceans commonly known as scuds or sideswimmers, widespread in lakes, ponds, and streams. H. wellborni represents part of a taxonomically complex group where species delineation has historically relied on morphological and molecular analyses. The species is known from a limited number of observations, reflecting both its relatively recent description and the ongoing challenges in amphipod taxonomy.
Ianassa diablo
Ianassa diablo is a species of moth in the family Notodontidae, described by Miller and Franclemont in 2021. It belongs to the subfamily Heterocampinae, a group of prominent moths. The species epithet 'diablo' likely references Mount Diablo in California, suggesting a geographic connection to the type locality.
Knudsonia lathraeata
Knudsonia lathraeata is a species of geometrid moth described in 2021 by Matson and Ferguson. It belongs to a recently established genus within the family Geometridae. The species is known from very few observations, reflecting either rarity or limited survey effort in its range.
Leptusa gimmeli
Leptusa gimmeli is a species of rove beetle in the family Staphylinidae, described from Tennessee in 2010. It belongs to the genus Leptusa, a group of small, often overlooked staphylinids. The species was established based on specimens collected in the eastern United States. As a recently described taxon, detailed biological information remains limited.
Lerema ochrius
Ocherous Skipper
Lerema ochrius is a species of skipper butterfly in the family Hesperiidae, described by Grishin in 2023. The species was recently separated from related taxa based on genetic and morphological evidence. It is known from the southern United States and Mexico.
Liberedaxia
Liberedaxia is a monotypic genus of longhorn beetles in the family Cerambycidae, established in 2009. The genus contains a single species, Liberedaxia deslauriersi, known from limited observations in the southwestern United States. The genus was described relatively recently and remains poorly known.