Oxyethira serrata
Ross, 1938
Oxyethira serrata is a of microcaddisfly in the Hydroptilidae, described by Ross in 1938. The species belongs to a characterized by reduced wing venation and small size typical of this family. Records indicate presence in North America within the Nearctic region. As with other Hydroptilidae, adults are likely associated with aquatic or riparian where larval development occurs.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Oxyethira serrata: /ˌɒk.siˈɛ.θə.ra sɛˈraː.ta/
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Distribution
North America (Nearctic region). Specific locality records are sparse, but the has been documented as present on the continent.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Bembicid Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
- Grasshopper Collections and Survey
- Meloidae Holdings | Entomology Research Museum
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