Typhlocybinae
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Henribautia
Henribautia is a genus of leafhoppers (Cicadellidae) in the subfamily Typhlocybinae, established by Young & Christian in 1952. As members of the tribe Typhlocybini, these insects are small, delicate leafhoppers characterized by reduced wing venation. The genus is part of the diverse New World leafhopper fauna, though specific biological details remain poorly documented.
Henribautia beameri
Henribautia beameri is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Christian in 1953. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group commonly known as typhlocybine leafhoppers. The species is known from Arizona. As a member of this subfamily, it likely feeds on plant phloem sap, though specific host plants and detailed biology remain undocumented.
Henribautia hubbardi
A species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Described by McAtee in 1924, this species is placed in the genus Henribautia, a group of small, delicate leafhoppers typically associated with specific host plants. The species epithet honors an individual named Hubbard, a common pattern in early 20th century entomological nomenclature.
Hepzygina
Hepzygina is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and tribe Erythroneurini. The genus was formally described by Dietrich and Dmitriev in 2006. Like other erythroneurine leafhoppers, members of this genus are small, plant-feeding insects that inhabit diverse terrestrial environments. The genus is represented by relatively few documented observations.
Hepzygina aprica
Hepzygina aprica is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and tribe Erythroneurini. The species was described by McAtee in 1924. It belongs to a group of small, plant-feeding insects commonly known as leafhoppers, which are characterized by their piercing-sucking mouthparts and association with vascular plants.
Hepzygina milleri
Hepzygina milleri is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by Beamer in 1929. The species belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a group of small leafhoppers commonly associated with vascular plants. Records indicate occurrence in the southwestern United States, specifically Arizona and Texas. The genus Hepzygina is part of the diverse membracoid lineage of sap-feeding insects.
Hymetta
Hymetta is a genus of leafhoppers (family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae) containing approximately five described species distributed in North America. These are small, delicate insects commonly referred to as "microleafhoppers" due to their minute size. Members of this genus exhibit colorful wing patterns with streaks and bands. The genus was established by McAtee in 1919. One species, Hymetta balteata, has been documented as a host for the egg parasitoid Oligosita sanguinea (Trichogrammatidae) in upstate New York.
Hymetta anthisma
Microleafhopper
Hymetta anthisma is a small leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, described by McAtee in 1919. It is commonly referred to as a 'microleafhopper' due to its diminutive size. The species is part of the diverse Erythroneurini tribe, which includes many colorful, tiny leafhoppers that inhabit a variety of plant communities. Hymetta anthisma has been documented in observational records, particularly in North American habitats during autumn months.
Hymetta arizoniana
Hymetta arizoniana is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The species was described by Fairbairn in 1928. Members of the genus Hymetta are commonly referred to as microleafhoppers due to their small size. The specific epithet "arizoniana" indicates the species was originally described from Arizona. As a member of the tribe Erythroneurini, this species belongs to a diverse group of small leafhoppers often characterized by colorful markings on their wings.
Hymetta kansasensis
Hymetta kansasensis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, first described by Fairbairn in 1928. The specific epithet refers to Kansas, indicating the type locality or region of original description. As a member of the tribe Erythroneurini, it belongs to a group of small, often colorful leafhoppers commonly referred to as microleafhoppers. The genus Hymetta includes species that feed on plant sap and are typically associated with diverse host plants.
Hymetta trifasciata
Hymetta trifasciata is a leafhopper species in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Thomas Say in 1825. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae and tribe Erythroneurini, placing it among the microleafhoppers. The specific epithet 'trifasciata' refers to the three-banded color pattern characteristic of this species. Like other members of its genus, it is a small, plant-feeding insect associated with herbaceous vegetation.
Idona
Idona is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and tribe Dikraneurini. The genus was established by DeLong in 1931. Species within this genus are associated with agricultural crops, including avocado, where at least one species (Idona minuenda) has been identified as a pest. The genus is part of the diverse leafhopper fauna of the Americas and has been documented in taxonomic studies focusing on Typhlocybinae systematics.
Idona minuenda
Idona minuenda is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was first described by Ball in 1921. The species is known to occur in North America and has been recorded as a pest of avocado in Mexico. It is associated with the mymarid wasp Anagrus sp. near takeyanus, which acts as an egg parasitoid.
Illinigina illinoiensis
Illinois Grape Leafhopper
Illinigina illinoiensis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Gillette in 1898. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group commonly known as the sharpshooters or leafhoppers. The species is widely distributed across the central and southwestern United States, with records from Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Arizona, and the District of Columbia. It is commonly referred to as the Illinois Grape Leafhopper, suggesting an association with grape plants (Vitis spp.), though specific host relationships require further documentation. The species has been documented in citizen science platforms with nearly 300 observations, indicating it is moderately well-observed but not extensively studied in formal literature.
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.
Kidrella
Kidrella is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and tribe Dikraneurini. It was established by Young in 1952. Members of this genus are small, delicate leafhoppers characteristic of the Typhlocybinae, which are among the smallest and most morphologically specialized leafhoppers. The genus is part of a diverse group of sap-feeding insects within the Membracoidea superfamily.
Kunzeana
Kunzeana is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, established by Oman in 1949. The genus belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae and tribe Dikraneurini. It contains more than 30 described species. Members are small, plant-feeding insects with piercing-sucking mouthparts typical of the family.
Kunzella
Kunzella is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, and tribe Dikraneurini. It was established by Young in 1952. Members of this genus belong to a diverse group of small, plant-feeding insects known for their jumping ability and association with vascular plants. The genus is poorly documented in public sources, with minimal observational records available.
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 papyriferae
Kyboasca papyriferae is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Hamilton in 1987. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group known for small, delicate leafhoppers. The specific epithet papyriferae suggests an association with paper birch (Betula papyrifera), though this relationship has not been explicitly documented in available sources.
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 columbiana
Kybos columbiana is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Members of the genus Kybos are small, slender leafhoppers associated with woody plants. This species is part of a diverse group of typhlocybines that feed on vascular plant fluids using piercing-sucking mouthparts. Records indicate occurrence in western North America.
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 coronatus
Kybos coronatus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Hamilton in 1972. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group of small leafhoppers characterized by reduced wing venation. The species has been recorded from multiple provinces across Canada including Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Québec. Like other members of the genus Kybos, it is likely associated with vascular plants, though specific host relationships remain undocumented.
Kybos dissimilaris
Kybos dissimilaris is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, described by Hamilton in 1972. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group of small, delicate leafhoppers often associated with woody plants. The species has been documented in western Canada.
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 sublactea
Kybos sublactea is a small leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It belongs to a genus of leafhoppers characterized by reduced wing venation and pale coloration. The species is part of the diverse Erythroneurini tribe, which contains many economically significant agricultural pests. Specific biological details for K. sublactea remain poorly documented in scientific literature.
Kybos tigris
Kybos tigris is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Hamilton in 1972. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group known for their small size and often cryptic habits on host plants. The species has been recorded in British Columbia, Canada. As with many Typhlocybinae, specific biological details remain poorly documented.
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.
Matsumurasca
Matsumurasca is a genus of microleafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus was established by Anufriev in 1973 and is currently treated as a subgenus of Empoasca by some authors. The most economically significant species is Matsumurasca onukii, the tea green leafhopper, a major pest of tea plantations throughout East Asia. Species in this genus are piercing-sucking herbivores associated with vascular plants. The genus occurs in both the Palearctic and Neotropical regions, with documented species in East Asia and Central America.
Matsumurasca elongata
Matsumurasca elongata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by DeLong in 1931. It belongs to the subfamily Typhlocybinae, a group commonly known as typhlocybine leafhoppers. The species has been documented in western North America including British Columbia, Washington, California, and Utah. As a member of the Empoascini tribe, it is related to other economically significant leafhopper genera, though specific information about its biology and ecology remains limited.
Mcateeana
Mcateeana is a genus of leafhoppers in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae, established by Christian in 1953. Members of this genus belong to the tribe Typhlocybini, a group of small, delicate leafhoppers often associated with specific host plants. The genus is recognized in the Catalogue of Life and GBIF, with 43 observations recorded on iNaturalist. As with many typhlocybine leafhoppers, species in this genus likely exhibit reduced wing venation and simplified body structures characteristic of this subfamily.
Neolitochrus crucigerus
Neolitochrus crucigerus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. Species in this genus are small, delicate insects associated with woody vegetation. N. crucigerus has been recorded from specific localities in the Neotropical region. Like other typhlocybines, it likely feeds on plant phloem sap.
Neozygina balli
Neozygina balli is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The species was described by Beamer in 1932. It belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a group of small leafhoppers commonly known as sharpshooters. Distribution records indicate presence in Arizona and Texas.
Neozygina davisi
Neozygina davisi is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by Beamer in 1934 and is currently accepted as a valid species. The genus Neozygina belongs to the tribe Erythroneurini, a diverse group of small leafhoppers commonly known as sharpshooters or leafhoppers. Like other members of Typhlocybinae, this species likely feeds on plant phloem.
Ossiannilssonola berenice
Ossiannilssonola berenice is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by McAtee in 1926. This small hemipteran belongs to a group commonly known as typhlocybine leafhoppers, which are typically associated with woody plants. The genus Ossiannilssonola is named in honor of the Swedish entomologist Ossiannilsson.
Ossiannilssonola clymene
Ossiannilssonola clymene is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. The genus Ossiannilssonola belongs to the tribe Typhlocybini, a group of small, often inconspicuous leafhoppers that feed on plant phloem. This species was described by McAtee in 1926. Distribution records indicate occurrence in northeastern North America, including New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New York, Nova Scotia, and Ontario.
Ossiannilssonola duplicata
Ossiannilssonola duplicata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. First described by McAtee in 1926, this species belongs to a genus of small, often inconspicuous leafhoppers. It has been recorded from several localities in northeastern and north-central North America.
Ossiannilssonola flavomarginata
A small leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, originally described from the western United States. The species epithet "flavomarginata" (yellow-margined) suggests distinctive coloration. Records indicate occurrence in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern U.S. including Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah. As a member of subfamily Typhlocybinae, it likely feeds on plant vascular tissue.
Ossiannilssonola mcateei
Ossiannilssonola mcateei is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It is a small, delicate insect characteristic of the Typhlocybini tribe. The species was described by Christian in 1953 and is known from scattered records across eastern North America. It belongs to a genus of specialized leafhoppers that feed on plant phloem.
Ossiannilssonola quadrata
Ossiannilssonola quadrata is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Typhlocybinae. It was described by DeLong and Johnson in 1936. The species is known from a limited number of observations and collection records in northeastern North America.