Note on the redescription of the nymph of the mayfly Rhithrogena virilis McDunnough 1934 (Ephemeroptera: Heptageniidae)

Authors

Robert L. Newell, University of Montana, Flathead Lake Biological Station, Polson, MontanaFollow
Donald Schenck, University of Montana, Flathead Lake Biological Station, Polson, MontanaFollow

Abstract

The mayfly Rhithrogena virilis was first described in 1934 by McDunnough in western Canada. Since its description, it has been recorded only once. We reared nymphs and provide descriptions and digital photos that may make identification of this species easier.

Recommended Citation

Newell, Robert L. and Schenck, Donald (2010) "Note on the redescription of the nymph of the mayfly Rhithrogena virilis McDunnough 1934 (Ephemeroptera: Heptageniidae)," Western North American Naturalist: Vol. 70: No. 2, Article 13.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/wnan/vol70/iss2/13