Rhadine howdeni
(Barr & Lawrence, 1960)
Rhadine howdeni is a of in the , first described by Barr and Lawrence in 1960. It is found in North America, with distribution records from the United States. Like other members of the Rhadine, it is likely associated with subterranean or cave , though specific ecological details for this species remain poorly documented. The genus Rhadine includes several federally endangered cave-dwelling species that serve as important indicators of cave health.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Rhadine howdeni: //ræˈdaɪni ˈhaʊdɛni//
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Distribution
United States; North America. GBIF records indicate presence in the USA, though specific state or locality records are not detailed in available sources.
Similar Taxa
- Rhadine exilisAnother Rhadine found in Texas cave systems; both are small-eyed, depigmented cave-adapted , but R. exilis is federally endangered and restricted to specific cave systems in Bexar County, Texas
- Rhadine infernalisClosely related cave-dwelling in the same , also federally endangered and found in central Texas cave systems; morphological separation requires detailed examination
More Details
Genus context
The Rhadine contains multiple cave-adapted , several of which (R. exilis, R. infernalis) are federally listed as endangered due to threats from fire and disturbance. While R. howdeni itself does not have documented status in available sources, its placement in this genus suggests potential subterranean habitat preferences.
Taxonomic note
The was described by Barr & Lawrence in 1960. The Rhadine is classified in the Platyninae, tribe Platynini, subtribe Platynina.