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Aulacodes cf-aechmialis
Aulacodes cf-aechmialis is a moth in the family Crambidae, subfamily Acentropinae. The 'cf.' designation indicates this identification is provisional, based on comparison with the described species Aulacodes aechmialis. Acentropinae moths are predominantly associated with aquatic or semi-aquatic habitats. This taxon belongs to a genus of small moths whose larvae are typically aquatic and feed on submerged vegetation.
Bembidion confusum
Confused Riverbank Ground Beetle
A small ground beetle species in the family Carabidae, found in North America. It inhabits stream-margin environments and has been studied for its reproductive adaptations to this specialized habitat. The species is part of the large genus Bembidion, which contains many riparian-associated beetles.