Synonyms and other taxonomic changes
Diceroprocta biconica (F. Walker)
Orig. Comb: Tibicen biconica F. Walker, 1850
Range
s. Florida / Cuba, W. Indies -
Map (1)Food
UNKNOWN
Likely polyphagous on several plant groups, but often associated with "Fan Palms" (Coryphoid/Thrynacoid palms, Arecaceae)
Life Cycle
UNKNOWN
(Likely 2-3+ seasons with overlapping generations)
Remarks
Diceroprocta biconica, The Key's Cicada
Members of this species complex can be found in Cuba and s. Florida.
There are two population groupings on the island of Cuba and a third population group native to the Florida Keys (and extreme tip of the peninsula). There is thought, that these populations may indeed represent sister species, however, there is insufficient information available. More detailed studies are needed to further understand this species complex.
Please refer to the following paper:
Journal of the N.Y. Entomol. Soc. XLIII June, 1935 (c700ld35a)
Although the pic's are black & white, they are a very close match (Plates XIII & XIV).
Print References
Journal of the N.Y. Entomol. Soc. XLIII June, 1935 (c700ld35a)