Neoelmis caesa
(LeConte, 1874)
riffle beetle
Neoelmis caesa is a of riffle beetle in the Elmidae. It is found in North America. As a member of the Elmidae, it inhabits aquatic environments, specifically riffle in streams and rivers. The species was first described by LeConte in 1874.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neoelmis caesa: /niːoʊˈɛlmɪs ˈkaɪsə/
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Habitat
Aquatic; inhabits riffle in streams and rivers. Riffle beetles are specialized for life in fast-flowing, well-oxygenated water.
Distribution
North America
Ecological Role
As a riffle beetle, contributes to nutrient cycling in freshwater through processing of organic matter.