Oxylidini

Oxylidini is a tribe of leafhoppers in the subfamily Deltocephalinae of the family Cicadellidae. This taxonomic grouping represents a specific level of classification within the insect order Hemiptera.

Oxylidini are characterized by specific morphological features and are grouped together based on these shared characteristics, reflecting evolutionary relationships. The exact defining characteristics used to classify genera within Oxylidini may include features of the head, pronotum, wings, and male and female genitalia.

Taxonomic classification of insects, including leafhoppers and the tribe Oxylidini, is constantly subject to revision based on new data from morphological studies, molecular analysis, and phylogenetic analysis. Therefore, the classification and included genera within Oxylidini may change over time. Information on the current valid genera and species within this tribe can be found in taxonomic databases and scientific publications focusing on Cicadellidae systematics.

Research on Oxylidini, as with other leafhopper groups, contributes to our understanding of insect biodiversity, evolutionary relationships, and the role of these insects within ecosystems, including their potential impact on agriculture.