Eucorethra

Underwood, 1903

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Eucorethra is a of in the , containing the single Eucorethra underwoodi. This genus belongs to a family of non- known for their distinctive aquatic . The genus was established by Underwood in 1903.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Eucorethra: //juːkɔːˈriːθrə//

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Identification

As a , Eucorethra is distinguished from other genera by characteristics unique to its sole E. underwoodi. Specific diagnostic features separating it from related genera such as Chaoborus are not documented in available sources.

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  • ChaoborusBoth are of in ; Chaoborus contains multiple and is more widely distributed and studied than the Eucorethra.

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Taxonomic status

Eucorethra is , containing only Eucorethra underwoodi Underwood, 1903. The was described in the same publication as its .

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