Hoppers of North Carolina:
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CICADELLIDAE Members: NC Records

Gyponana expanda - Laminate Leafhopper

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Taxonomy
Family: CICADELLIDAESubfamily: Iassinae
Identification
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Description: A greenish species, the wings of adults can vary from having moderately dense reticulated venation to having sparsely reticulated venation with unmarked clavi.
The size range for males is 8.5-10.0 mm in length; females are typically 9.5-11.0 mm (female Gyponanas tend to be 1.0 mm longer than males, though some are even longer) (Hamilton 1982).
Distribution in North Carolina
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Distribution: Eastern North America
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Seasonal Occurrence
Habitats and Life History
Habitats: Has been found in open grassy areas near mixed hardwood forest.
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Behavior: Can be attracted at night with a light.
Comment: NOTE: Gyponana can be a challenging genus to identify, with many species looking similar to one another and not being able to be identified to species unless [a male is] dissected. Further complicating this situation is that the genus in general is likely overdescribed, with numerous species likely synonymous and needing to be lumped. It is important to take clear photos showing the wing venation, and get measurements and underside photos for size and sex.
Status: Native
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