Hydroscapha redfordi
Maier, Ivie, Johnson & Maddison, 2010
Hydroscapha redfordi is a of skiff beetle in the Hydroscaphidae, described in 2010 from specimens collected in the southwestern United States. The species is named in honor of actor and conservationist Robert Redford. Members of this are among the smallest beetles, inhabiting thin water films on rocks in streams and waterfalls.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hydroscapha redfordi: //haɪˈdroʊˌskæfə ˈrɛdfɔrdi//
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Habitat
Thin water films on rock surfaces in streams and waterfalls; requires continuously wet substrates with flowing or seeping water.
Distribution
Southwestern United States; described from Arizona.
Human Relevance
Named in honor of Robert Redford for his environmental conservation efforts, particularly in the American Southwest.
Similar Taxa
- Hydroscapha granulumOverlaps in geographic range and microhabitat; distinguished by subtle differences in male genitalia and body proportions requiring microscopic examination.
- Hydroscapha natansShares similar aquatic microhabitat preferences; separation requires detailed morphological comparison of and pronotal shape.