Eurekapnia maculata
(Jewett, 1954)
Spotted Snowfly
Eurekapnia maculata is a of winter stonefly in the Capniidae, commonly known as the Spotted Snowfly. It belongs to a group of small stoneflies adapted to cold environments, with typically emerging during winter months when temperatures are near freezing. The species is native to North America and shares characteristics typical of the Capniidae family, including reduced wing venation and small body size.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Eurekapnia maculata: /juːˌrɛkæpˈnaɪə mæˈkjʊlətə/
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Distribution
North America
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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