Ephemerella tibialis
McDunnough, 1924
Little Western Dark Hendrickson
Ephemerella tibialis is a of spiny described by McDunnough in 1924. It belongs to the , a group known for their distinctive spiny or tuberculate body ornamentation. The species is found in North America and is recognized among anglers by the Little Western Dark Hendrickson, indicating its importance as a model organism for -fishing.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ephemerella tibialis: /ɛˌfɛmɛˈrɛlə ˌtɪbiˈælɪs/
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Distribution
North America; Nearctic region
Human Relevance
Known among -fishing enthusiasts as the 'Little Western Dark Hendrickson,' indicating its significance as a hatch pattern for anglers. The reflects its use as a model for artificial flies.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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