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Expanding the range: First record and redescription of the male of Limnephilus petri Marinković Gospodnetić, 1966 in R. North Macedonia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Limnephilus petri, an endemic caddisfly species, is reported for the first time from the Republic of North Macedonia. This discovery expands the known distribution of the species, which has previously been observed in limited geographic areas. In this study, the redescription of the male of L. petri is provided, including detailed morphological features that aid in the species’ identification. The findings contribute significantly to the understanding of the aquatic biodiversity of the region, emphasizing the ecological importance of the species. This study also underscores the importance of continued monitoring and conservation efforts to protect such rare and specialized species.

Source: Ecologica Montenegrina

DOI: 10.37828/em.2025.84.2

Authors: Jelena Hinić-Jordanovska, Valentina Slavevska-Stamenković, Halil Ibrahimi, Mladen Kučinić, Astrit Bilalli, Maja Jordanova, Ajten Rushiti-Dauti

Institutions: Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, University of Prishtina, University of Zagreb, University "Haxhi Zeka", State University of Tetova

Language: English

Topic: Freshwater macroinvertebrate diversity and ecology

Subfield: Ecology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $161

OpenAlex ID: W4409312363

FWCI: 0.523

Cites: 34

Cited by: 1

Related to: 10