“Riffle Beetle Larvae”
Genus Overview
This genus is very distinct with the lateral spine-like processes.
Characteristics
POLLUTION TOLERANCE
Southeast: 6.9 and higher
Upper Midwest: 6 and higher
Midwest: 4 and higher
0 = least tolerant, 10 = most tolerant
FEEDING HABITS
Collector / Gatherer
Scraper / Grazer
Scraper / Grazer
MOVEMENT
Clinger
Sprawler
Sprawler
DISTRIBUTION
Widespread (east of the Rocky Mtns.)
HABITAT
Lotic-depositional
Lotic-erosional
Lotic-erosional
Diagnostic Characters
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