Discrete size class nymph measurement (Membracidae)

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Method synopsis

Visual size estimation of treehopper nymphs using reference cards with actual nymphs of known sizes glued to cards, calibrated weekly with caliper measurements of sample nymphs.

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Typical Equipment

• index cards with reference nymph sizes
• 0.02 mm caliper

Output Measurements

• nymph instar stage
• nymph size distribution
• average instar per plant

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Species Studied With This Protocol