Hexacylloepus ferrugineus

(Horn, 1870)

Rusty Riffle Beetle, rusty elmid

Hexacylloepus ferrugineus, commonly known as the rusty or rusty , is a of riffle beetle in the Elmidae. It is found in Central America and North America. The species was first described by Horn in 1870. Riffle beetles in this family are typically associated with aquatic , particularly flowing water environments.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hexacylloepus ferrugineus: //ˌhɛk.səˌsɪl.iˈoʊ.pəs ˌfɛr.uˈdʒɪn.i.əs//

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Habitat

in the are characteristically associated with running water , including streams and rivers with rocky substrates. The Hexacylloepus is typically found in riffle zones—shallow, fast-moving sections of streams with gravel or cobble bottoms.

Distribution

Central America and North America. GBIF distribution records confirm presence in Middle America and North America.

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