Palaeagapetus
Ulmer, 1912
Palaeagapetus is a of microcaddisflies in the Hydroptilidae, Ptilocolepinae. The genus contains at least two North American : the western P. nearcticus and the eastern P. celsus. Life stages including larva, pupa, and have been described, with larvae constructing portable cases.
Pronunciation
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Identification
Members of Palaeagapetus can be distinguished from other Hydroptilidae by features associated with the Ptilocolepinae. The two North American , P. nearcticus and P. celsus, are separated by geography: P. nearcticus occurs in western North America and P. celsus in eastern North America. Detailed morphological distinctions between the species require examination of genitalia.
Distribution
North America. The includes a western , Palaeagapetus nearcticus, and an eastern species, P. celsus. Specific distribution records include Vermont, USA.
Life Cycle
has been documented for P. nearcticus. Life stages include , larva, pupa, and . Larvae construct portable cases.
More Details
Taxonomic revision
The North American of Palaeagapetus were revised in 2014, with first descriptions provided for the female, pupa, larva, and larval case of P. nearcticus.