Stenelmis mera
Sanderson, 1938
Stenelmis mera is a of in the , first described by Sanderson in 1938. It belongs to a of small, aquatic commonly found in running water . The species is documented from eastern North America, with records from New Brunswick and Nova Scotia in Canada. Like other elmid beetles, it is associated with freshwater stream environments where develop in submerged substrates.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stenelmis mera: /stɛˈnɛlmɪs ˈmɛrə/
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Habitat
Freshwater streams and rivers, particularly in riffle zones with moderate current. Associated with submerged substrates including rocks, woody debris, and gravel where develop.
Distribution
Eastern North America. Documented from New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, Canada.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
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