Typhlocybinae
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Eratoneura morgani
Eratoneura morgani is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by DeLong in 1916. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group of small leafhoppers commonly known as sharpshooters or typhlocybine leafhoppers. Like other members of the genus Eratoneura, it possesses brochosomes—specialized nanoparticles that provide water-repellent and anti-reflective properties to its cuticle.
Eratoneura noncuspidis
A species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of its genus, it produces brochosomes—hollow, soccer ball-shaped nanoparticles that create a superhydrophobic, anti-reflective coating on its body and wings. The species was described by Beamer in 1931.
Eratoneura opulenta
Eratoneura opulenta is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Beamer in 1932. Like other members of the genus Eratoneura, this species produces brochosomes—complex nanoparticles that coat the body surface, rendering it superhydrophobic and anti-reflective. The species has been documented in scientific literature regarding brochosome distribution patterns on its wings.
Eratoneura osborni
Eratoneura osborni is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of the genus Eratoneura, it is a small plant-feeding insect. The species was described by DeLong in 1916. It has been documented in the eastern United States, with records from Maryland, New Hampshire, Tennessee, and Virginia. As a typhlocybine leafhopper, it likely possesses the characteristic brochosomes—nanoparticle coatings that provide hydrophobic and anti-reflective properties to the exoskeleton.
Eratoneura parallela
Eratoneura parallela is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by McAtee in 1924. Like other members of the genus Eratoneura, it is a small, plant-feeding insect. The species has been recorded in the northeastern United States, specifically in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. As a typhlocybine leafhopper, it likely shares characteristics with congeners including the production of brochosomes—microscopic, hydrophobic proteinaceous spheres that coat the cuticle.
Eratoneura parva
Eratoneura parva is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of its genus, it produces brochosomes—complex nanoparticles that coat the body and wings, providing superhydrophobic and anti-reflective properties. The species was described by Beamer in 1932 and belongs to a group of small, plant-feeding insects that have become subjects of biomaterials research due to their unique surface coatings.
Eratoneura restricta
Eratoneura restricta is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of the genus Eratoneura, it produces brochosomes—nanoparticles that coat the body and wings to create a superhydrophobic, anti-reflective surface. The species was described by Beamer in 1932. Very few specific biological details have been published for this species; most knowledge of its biology is inferred from genus-level or family-level traits.
Eratoneura rotunda
Eratoneura rotunda is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Beamer in 1931. As a member of the subfamily Typhlocybinae and tribe Erythroneurini, it belongs to a diverse group of small, plant-feeding insects. Like other leafhoppers in its genus, it possesses specialized nanoparticles called brochosomes that provide water-repellent and anti-reflective properties to its exoskeleton.
Eratoneura stoveri
Eratoneura stoveri is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. As a member of the genus Eratoneura, it shares with other leafhoppers the distinctive trait of producing brochosomes—nanoparticles that create a superhydrophobic, anti-reflective coating on the body and wings. The species was described by Ross and DeLong in 1950. Like other Eratoneura species, it is a plant-feeding insect in the order Hemiptera.
Eratoneura trivittata
Eratoneura trivittata is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of its genus, it possesses brochosomes—nanoparticles that provide water-repellent and anti-reflective properties to its exoskeleton. The species was described by Robinson in 1924.
Eratoneura ungulata
Eratoneura ungulata is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Beamer in 1932. As a member of the subfamily Typhlocybinae, it possesses brochosomes—complex protein-lipid nanoparticles that provide superhydrophobic and anti-reflective properties to its exoskeleton and wings. The species has been documented in Illinois and New Hampshire. Like other leafhoppers, it is a plant-feeding insect with specialized adaptations for waterproofing and surface protection.
Eratoneura unica
Eratoneura unica is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Like other members of its genus, it possesses brochosomes—complex protein-lipid nanoparticles produced in the Malpighian tubules and distributed across the cuticle using comb-like hind leg spines. These structures render the exoskeleton superhydrophobic and anti-reflective. The species has been documented in the northeastern United States.
Erythridula abolla
Erythridula abolla is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a group of small leafhoppers often referred to as "microleafhoppers." The species was described by McAtee in 1920. Like other members of its genus, it is likely a plant-sap feeder, though specific host plant associations remain poorly documented. Observations suggest it occurs in eastern North American deciduous forest and woodland edge habitats.
Erythridula acicularis
Erythridula acicularis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It is one of numerous small, colorful leafhopper species in the genus Erythridula, which are commonly referred to as 'microleafhoppers.' The species was described by Beamer in 1932. Like other members of its tribe Erythroneurini, it is likely associated with woody host plants, though specific host records for this species appear limited in published literature.
Erythridula amabilis
Erythridula amabilis is a small leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by McAtee in 1924. It belongs to the diverse tribe Erythroneurini, which contains many colorful microleafhoppers. The species is documented from limited observations, primarily in the southwestern United States.
Erythridula aspera
Erythridula aspera is a small leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to a diverse genus of microleafhoppers characterized by their diminutive size and often colorful patterning. Records indicate presence in eastern North America including Florida, New Brunswick, and New Hampshire. Like other members of Typhlocybinae, it feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythridula auteni
Erythridula auteni is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Johnson in 1935. It belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini within the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group characterized by small size and often vivid coloration. The genus Erythridula comprises numerous microleafhopper species that are frequently encountered in North American habitats, though individual species can be challenging to distinguish without microscopic examination. Available records for this species are sparse, with only two observations documented on iNaturalist.
Erythridula bitincta
Erythridula bitincta 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 McAtee in 1926. Records indicate it occurs in northeastern North America, including parts of Canada and the northern United States.
Erythridula brundusa
Erythridula brundusa is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Robinson in 1924. Like other members of the genus Erythridula and tribe Erythroneurini, it belongs to a diverse group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as microleafhoppers. These insects feed on plant sap and are frequently encountered on vegetation, though specific details about this particular species remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Erythridula clavata
Erythridula clavata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by DeLong in 1916. Very little is known about its biology or ecology. Available records indicate it has been observed in Tennessee.
Erythridula cotidiana
Erythridula cotidiana is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It is a member of the tribe Erythroneurini, a group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly known as "microleafhoppers." The species was described by Beamer in 1930. Like other members of its genus, it likely feeds on plant sap and is associated with woody vegetation. Very little specific biological information is available for this particular species.
Erythridula crataegi
Erythridula crataegi 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 Johnson in 1935. Like other members of its genus, it is likely associated with woody host plants, though specific biological details remain poorly documented in the available literature.
Erythridula crevecoeuri
Erythridula crevecoeuri 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 has been documented in scattered locations across the eastern and central United States, with observations from Kansas, New York, North Carolina, and Ohio. Like other members of Typhlocybinae, it likely feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts.
Erythridula cruciformis
Erythridula cruciformis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus Erythridula comprises small leafhoppers commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers," typically measuring under 5 millimeters in body length. These insects are part of the diverse leafhopper fauna found in eastern North America, where they feed on plant sap using their piercing-sucking mouthparts. The species name "cruciformis" likely refers to a cross-shaped marking or pattern on the body or wings.
Erythridula diffisa
Erythridula diffisa 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' due to their diminutive size. Like other members of the tribe Erythroneurini, this species feeds on plant sap using piercing-sucking mouthparts. The genus Erythridula is part of the diverse leafhopper fauna of North America, with species often identified by subtle morphological features requiring microscopic examination.
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.