Xestocephalini
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Xestocephalus brunneus
Xestocephalus brunneus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, subfamily Aphrodinae. It was described by Van Duzee in 1907. The species belongs to a genus of small, often brownish leafhoppers characterized by their distinctive head shape and reduced wing venation. Distribution records indicate presence in eastern North America (Georgia, Indiana, Massachusetts, New Hampshire) and Brazil (Mato Grosso do Sul).
Xestocephalus lunatus
Xestocephalus lunatus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Peters in 1933. The species belongs to the tribe Xestocephalini within the subfamily Aphrodinae. Leafhoppers in this family are known for their piercing-sucking mouthparts and association with vascular plants. Observations of this species have been recorded in Florida.
Xestocephalus similis
Xestocephalus similis is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Peters in 1933. The species belongs to the tribe Xestocephalini within the subfamily Aphrodinae. It is currently listed as an ambiguous synonym in the Catalogue of Life, suggesting taxonomic uncertainty regarding its status relative to other Xestocephalus species. The genus Xestocephalus comprises small leafhoppers characterized by distinctive head morphology and reduced wing venation.
Xestocephalus superbus
Xestocephalus superbus is a species of leafhopper in the family Cicadellidae, first described by Provancher in 1890 under the basionym Deltocephalus superbus. It belongs to the tribe Xestocephalini within the subfamily Aphrodinae. The species has been recorded from multiple eastern and midwestern U.S. states based on distribution data.