Taxonomy
Protonemura meyeri
Distribution
Species Biology
Identification
Nymph identification: 0.5 to 10 mm in size. This genus is easily identified by the three stout sausage-shaped gills on each side of the prosternum.
Habitat
Streams and rivers on stable substrates with moss, algae and leaf packets.
Life cycle
Univoltine - produces one brood in a year. Adult flight period is from February to September. Nymphs present from July to May.
Distribution
World distribution(GBIF)
Irish distribution
Common and widespread. Has been recorded from 239 10km squares in Ireland.
Temporal change
Records submitted to Data Centre in 2024
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References
Publications
H.B. Feeley, J-R. Baars & M. Kelly-Quinn (2016) The Stonefly (Plecoptera) of Ireland –
Distribution, Life Histories & Ecology. National Biodiversity Data Centre, Waterford. Ireland.