Genus: Aleurovitreus Martin
Nomenclature [Martin 2005: 28-30]:
Aleurovitreus Martin
Biology: Puparia normally pale without any obvious waxy secretions; some species with dark patches. Only undescribed species intercepted in quarantine.
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.
Aleurovitreus insignis (Bondar) comb. nov. NOMENCLATURE:
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 Martin NOMENCLATURE:
DISTRIBUTION: Neotropical: Belize [Martin 2005: 32] HOST: Piperaceae: Piper sp. [Martin 2005: 32] |