Leptohyphidae

Guides

  • Leptohyphes

    little stout crawler mayflies

    Leptohyphes is a genus of small, robust mayflies in the family Leptohyphidae, commonly referred to as "little stout crawler mayflies." The genus contains approximately 18 described species distributed primarily in the Neotropics, with a concentration in South America. Species in this genus are characterized by their crawling behavior and compact body form. The genus was established by Eaton in 1882.

  • Tricorythodes

    little stout crawler mayflies

    Tricorythodes is a genus of small, robust mayflies in the family Leptohyphidae, commonly known as little stout crawler mayflies. The genus comprises approximately 16 described species distributed across the Americas. Nymphs are primarily found in stream habitats where they function as collector-gatherers, processing fine particulate organic matter. Species within this genus exhibit multivoltine life histories with development rates strongly influenced by temperature.

  • Tricorythodes explicatus

    Tricorythodes explicatus is a species of small mayfly in the family Leptohyphidae, first described by Eaton in 1892. It belongs to a genus commonly known as stout crawler mayflies, characterized by reduced wing venation and robust body proportions. The species has been documented in Middle America and North America, though detailed biological studies remain limited.