Ceraclea tarsipunctata
(Vorhies, 1909)
Ceraclea tarsipunctata is a of caddisfly in the Leptoceridae, described by Vorhies in 1909. It belongs to a known for having longer than the body, a distinctive trait within Trichoptera. The species is recorded from North America with limited observational data available.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ceraclea tarsipunctata: /sɛˈræk.liə ˌtɑr.si.pʌŋkˈteɪ.tə/
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Identification
Members of Ceraclea can be distinguished from other leptocerid caddisflies by that exceed body length, often by two to three times. Specific identification of C. tarsipunctata requires examination of genitalic structures. The epithet 'tarsipunctata' refers to spotted , which may aid in recognition.
Habitat
As with other Leptoceridae, likely associated with freshwater lotic including streams and rivers. Specific microhabitat preferences for this are not documented.
Distribution
Recorded from North America; present in the Nearctic region. Distribution records are sparse and based on limited collection data.
Similar Taxa
- Other Ceraclea speciesRequire genitalic examination for definitive separation; length and general body form are similar across the .
- Other Leptoceridae longer than body distinguishes Ceraclea from most other leptocerid , though some Athripsodes and related genera may appear similar.
More Details
Taxonomic note
The was originally described in a different and later transferred to Ceraclea. The original description by Vorhies (1909) provides the primary source for morphological details.