Asiphonipponaphis, a new genus of Hormaphidinae (Hemiptera, Aphididae) causing galls on Distylium chinense from China, with description of a new species
2011
New Aphid Genus and Species from China
Sample size: 11
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Chen Jing, Masato Sorin, Ge-Xia Qiao
Primary Institution: Key Laboratory of Zoological Systematics and Evolution, Institute of Zoology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Hypothesis
A new genus and species of aphid causing galls on Distylium chinense is described.
Conclusion
The study describes a new genus and species of aphid, Asiphonipponaphis vasigalla, which induces galls on the leaves of Distylium chinense in China.
Supporting Evidence
- The new genus Asiphonipponaphis is unique in its morphological characteristics and gall formation.
- The galls produced by Asiphonipponaphis vasigalla are vase-shaped and split at the tip when mature.
- Holotype and paratypes of the new species are deposited in the National Zoological Museum of China.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of bug that makes funny-shaped bumps on a plant in China.
Methodology
Specimens were collected from Jishou University and examined for morphological characteristics.
Limitations
The identification of alatae is complicated due to vague descriptions and limited diagnostic characters.
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