Colour polymorphism in the introduced spittlebugPhilaenus spumarius(Homoptera: Aphrophoridae) in New Zealand
- 1 January 1984
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in New Zealand Entomologist
- Vol. 8 (1), 86-88
- https://doi.org/10.1080/00779962.1984.9722475
Abstract
The spittlebug Philaenus spumarius is highly polymorphic for colour pattern. Recently it has been introduced into New Zealand, providing a unique opportunity to study the evolution of the colour polymorphism during the occupation of a new geographic area. Many colour forms present in North America and Europe appear to be absent in New Zealand.Keywords
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