Taxonomic notes on five species of the genus Cletus Stal (Heteroptera: Coreidae) from northern India with particular reference to their female genitalia

Abstract

Morphological attributes and external female genitalia of five species belonging to the genus Cletus Stal collected from North India have been studied. Detailed descriptions, synonymy, material examined, measurements and details of various structures have been provided. Photographs of different morphological features as well as of female genitalia have been given. A dichotomous key has also been included for the studied species.