“Common Stoneflies”
Genus Overview
Larvae of this genus have been shown to have a 2-3 year development time depending on location. Nymphs are founds in cobble substrate. The complete mitochondrial genome of one species Paragnetina indentata was recently sequenced in 2020.
Characteristics
POLLUTION TOLERANCE
Southeast: 1.8
Midwest: 2.1
0 = least tolerant, 10 = most tolerant
FEEDING HABITS
Engulfer / Predator
MOVEMENT
Clinger
DISTRIBUTION
Widespread (east of the Rocky Mtns.)
HABITAT
Lotic-erosional
Diagnostic Characters
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