Taxonomic study of the genus Neurotettix Matsumura (Hemiptera, Cicadellidae, Deltocephalinae) with a description of a new species from China
2011
Taxonomic Study of Neurotettix Leafhoppers
Sample size: 4
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Renhuai Dai, Jichun Xing, Zizhong Li
Primary Institution: Institute of Entomology, Guizhou University
Conclusion
A new species of leafhopper, Neurotettix truncatus, has been identified and described from China.
Supporting Evidence
- A new species, Neurotettix truncatus, was described from Guizhou Province, China.
- The genus Neurotettix now contains four known species.
- A key was provided to distinguish all species of the genus.
- Illustrations of the genitalia of the new species were included.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of leafhopper in China and explained how to tell it apart from other similar bugs.
Methodology
The study involved the description and illustration of a new species and a key to distinguish all species in the genus.
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