Isonychia sicca

(Walsh, 1862)

Brushlegged mayfly

Isonychia sicca is a brushlegged in the Isonychiidae, distributed across Central America and North America including southeastern Canada and Mexico. As a member of the order Ephemeroptera, it exhibits the characteristic aquatic nymphal stage and brief lifespan typical of mayflies. A study has documented this species in intermittent stream in north central Texas, indicating to temporary aquatic environments.

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How to pronounce Isonychia sicca: /ˌaɪˈsoʊˌnaɪkiə ˈsɪkə/

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Habitat

Intermittent streams in north central Texas have been documented as . The ' broader distribution across diverse regions of Central and North America suggests for varied lotic environments.

Distribution

Central America; North America including southeastern Canada and all of Mexico. GBIF records indicate presence in both Nearctic and .

Similar Taxa

  • Isonychia sp.Members of this share the 'brushlegged' and general body plan; -level identification requires detailed examination of genitalia and other subtle morphological characters.

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