Macrelmis pubescens (Grouvelle, 1889) – redescription of the species, designation of a lectotype and description of its larva (Coleoptera: Elmidae)

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:2019
Authors:T. T. S. Polizei, Casari S. A.
Journal:Annales de la Société entomologique de France (N.S.)
Keywords:aquatic beetles, Brazil, Neotropical, riffle beetles, South America, taxonomy
Abstract:

The adult of Macrelmis pubescens (Grouvelle, 1889) is redescribed, illustrated, a lectotype designated, and new locality information provided. The lectotype is housed in the Grouvelle’s collection in the Muséum national d’Histoire naturelle, Paris, France. The larva of M. pubescens is described, illustrated and compared with the known larvae of the genus. A diagnosis for Macrelmis Motschulsky, 1860 larvae is provided.

DOI:10.1080/00379271.2019.1610669
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