Arthropods Daily – Issue No. 289

The species described in the article is characterized by a smooth prothorax and a green upper surface. They can be found on various herbaceous and woody plants, with females laying eggs in fruit tree leaves. The nymphs are wingless and feed on fruits and vegetables, while adults can fly between different food sources and also prey on aphids, caterpillars, and mites. During courtship, males vibrate their abdomen while females carry or accumulate a sex pheromone on their legs. The species can be considered a pest as they feed on leaves, leaving holes and damaging fruits, injecting toxic saliva in the process.