Acroneuria evoluta
Klapálek, 1909
Constricted Stone
Acroneuria evoluta, commonly known as the constricted stone, is a of in the Perlidae. The species was described by Klapá in 1909. It is distributed across parts of the eastern and central United States.
Pronunciation
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Identification
The "constricted stone" suggests a potential morphological feature, though specific diagnostic traits for this are not documented in available sources. As a member of the Acroneuria, it belongs to a group of relatively large perlid stoneflies.
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Distribution
Documented from Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, and Illinois based on occurrence records.
Similar Taxa
- Other Acroneuria speciesMembers of this share general and preferences; -level identification requires examination of genitalic structures and other fine morphological details.
- Other Perlidae genera-level characteristics include robust body form, well-developed wings, and predatory habits; and distinctions rely on specific wing venation, body markings, and male genitalia.
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Nomenclature
Authorship is attributed to Klapá, 1909. The specific epithet 'evoluta' is Latin.
Data limitations
No observations are recorded in iNaturalist, and published biological studies of this appear sparse.