Amiocentrus aspilus
(Ross, 1938)
humpless casemaker caddisfly
Amiocentrus aspilus is a of caddisfly in the Brachycentridae, commonly referred to as the humpless casemaker caddisflies. It is known from North America and belongs to a whose larvae construct distinctive portable cases using plant material. The species was described by Ross in 1938. Like other brachycentrids, it is associated with freshwater .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Amiocentrus aspilus: /ˌæmioʊˈsɛntrəs ˈæspɪləs/
These audio files are automatically generated. While they are not always 100% accurate, they are a good starting point.
Images
Distribution
North America; specifically recorded from the Nearctic region. Distribution records indicate presence across North America, though specific locality details are limited in available sources.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by H.H. Ross in 1938. The Amiocentrus is placed in Brachycentridae, a group commonly known as humpless casemaker caddisflies distinguished by larval case construction and reduced mesoscutellar lobes.