Neocoelidiinae

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Neocoelidiinae is a small subfamily in the family Cicadellidae (leafhoppers). It was originally a member of the subfamily Coelidiinae.

Neocoelidiinae
Coelella distincta in Arizona
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Neocoelidiinae
Tribes

Krocodonini, Neocoelidiini

Description

Neocoelidiinae are easily recognisable by their very long antennae and distinctive head shape. Many species are incredibly vibrant and are most diverse in the neotropics. There are some species found in the neararctic region, specifically in the genus Neocoelidia.

Tribes and Genera

There are two tribes in the subfamily, one being recently described in 2012[1]. These species are confined to the New World.

Genera considered members of the subfamily Neocoelidiinae are listed below.

Krocodonini

A South American tribe, created by Marques-Costa & Cavichioli in 2012.

Neocoelidiini

The larger tribe of the subfamily.

References

  1. ^ "Subfamily Neocoelidiinae". 3I Interactive Keys and Taxonomic Databases. Retrieved April 28, 2020.