Microcylloepus formicoideus

Shepard, 1990

Furnace Creek Riffle Beetle

Microcylloepus formicoideus, commonly known as the Furnace Creek Riffle Beetle, is a of riffle beetle in the Elmidae. It was described by Shepard in 1990. The species is known from North America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Microcylloepus formicoideus: /ˌmaɪ.kroʊˌsɪl.iˈoʊ.pəs fɔrˌmɪk.oʊˈdeɪ.əs/

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Habitat

Riffle beetles in the Elmidae are associated with flowing water , particularly in streams and rivers with well-oxygenated, clean water and rocky substrates.

Distribution

North America.

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