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Pyrops pythicus

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Pyrops pythicus

Pyrops pythicus is a species of true bug in the family Fulgoridae, in the genus Pyrops which are sometimes called as "lanternflies".

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Subspecies

  • Pyrops pythicus incertus Schmidt, 1923
  • Pyrops pythicus pythicus (Distant, 1891)
  • Description

    Pyrops pythicus can reach a length of about 50–60 millimetres (2.0–2.4 in). These large true bugs show an elongated bluish "snout". The hindwings are bluish green, with a large transversal reddish area and small white spots .

    Distribution

    This species can be found in Sumatra.

    References

    Pyrops pythicus Wikipedia


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