Stenelmis
Stenelmis
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Coleoptera
- Suborder: Polyphaga
- Superfamily: Byrrhoidea
- Family: Elmidae
- Subfamily: Elminae
- Tribe: Elmini
- Genus: Stenelmis
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stenelmis: //stɛnˈɛlmɪs//
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Summary
Stenelmis is the largest and most widespread genus of beetles in the family Elmidae, comprising 34 described species in the area, with additional possibly undescribed species. This genus includes many common species, though taxonomic changes may affect nomenclature.
Distribution
Most of North America, including species specifically found in Nevada hot springs.
Tags
- Stenelmis
- beetles
- Elmidae
- North America
- taxonomy