Xantholobus lateralis

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Xantholobus lateralis
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hemiptera
Suborder: Auchenorrhyncha
Family: Membracidae
Genus: Xantholobus
Species:
X. lateralis
Binomial name
Xantholobus lateralis
Van Duzee, 1908

Xantholobus lateralis is a species of treehopper belonging to the subfamily Smiliinae. It was first described by Edward Payton Van Duzee in 1908.[1][2]

Habitat

Xantholobus lateralis is found in eastern and central North America, near mixed hardwood forests. It is found from May to June.[2]

Diet

Xantholobus lateralis has been spotted feeding on species of Quercus (oak) and Betula (birch).[2]

References

  1. "Species Xantholobus lateralis". bugguide.net. Retrieved 2024-02-25.
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Hoppers of North Carolina". auth1.dpr.ncparks.gov. Retrieved 2024-02-25.