Genus:  Aleurovitreus  gen.  nov.

 Nomenclature  [Martin 2005:  28-30]:

Aleurovitreus gen. nov.

Biology: Puparia normally pale without any obvious waxy secretions;  some species with dark patches. 

Distribution: Neotropical.

Taxonomy:  Cuticle often pale.  Margin always deflexed ventrally.  Cephalic-, meso-, meta-, A8 and caudal setae always present with thoracic pairs sometimes reduced.  Vasiform orifice cordate and smooth internally, elevated posteriorly, and fully occupied by the operculum.  Dorsal geminate pores/porettes present.

Natural Enemies: See species list below; or click here for link.   

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Aleurovitreus insignis (Bondar)comb. nov.

NOMENCLATURE:

Aleurovitreus insignis (Bondar) Martin 2005: 29-30

Aleyrodes insignis Bondar 1923: 127-128

DISTRIBUTION:  Neotropical:  Belize [Martin 2005:  30],   Brazil  [Bondar 1923: 127-128],  Venezuela

HOST:  Lauraceae:  ?Persea sp.   [Martin 2005:  30] ,  Persea americana [Martin 2005:  30] ,    P.  gratissima  [Bondar 1923: 127-128]

Aleurovitreus risor sp.  nov.

NOMENCLATURE:

Aleurovitreus risor sp. nov   Martin 2005: 31-32

DISTRIBUTION:  Neotropical:  Belize [Martin 2005:  32]

HOST:  Piperaceae:  Piper sp.   [Martin 2005:  32]