Habrophlebiodes
Ulmer, 1920
Species Guides
1Habrophlebiodes is a of mayflies in the Leptophlebiidae, established by Ulmer in 1920. The genus contains distributed across Asia and the Americas, with at least four Asian species documented. Asian species include three endemics to China (H. gilliesi, H. tenella, H. zijinensis) plus H. prominens. The genus is divided into two distinct clades with morphological differences separating Asian and American species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Habrophlebiodes: /həˌbrɒfləˈbaɪoʊdiːz/
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Identification
of Asian Habrophlebiodes can be distinguished by male genitalia structure, female ovipositor , and wing spot patterns. Nymphs are recognized by abdominal coloration and the prostheca shape of the . H. prominens differs from other Asian species by having a longer segment of the maxillary palpi and colored wings.
Distribution
Asia (China, with three ; additional records from other Asian regions) and the Americas. Specimens of Chinese species have been examined from more than 30 sites.
Similar Taxa
- Other Leptophlebiidae generaHabrophlebiodes are distinguished by specific combinations of male genitalia, female ovipositor, and wing spot characters; nymphs by abdominal color and mandibular prostheca shape.
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Taxonomic status
The exact difference between Asian and American clades of Habrophlebiodes requires additional fresh material to confirm. The status of H. prominens and broader distribution patterns within the remain under study.