Neotropical mayflies: general aspects of Baetidae Leach, 1815, and ecological features of Americabaetis Kluge, 1992

ABSTRACT Mayflies (order Ephemeroptera) play a critical role in freshwater ecosystems, contributing to nutrient cycling and serving as bioindicators of water quality. Within this group, the family Baetidae stands out for its ecological relevance and taxonomic diversity, particularly the Neotropical genus Americabaetis, which comprises several described species. This review included literature published up to 2025 and followed a systematic article selection process. The study explores the mayfly family Baetidae, with a focus on the Neotropical genus Americabaetis. It synthesizes current knowledge on the biology, ecology, taxonomy, and anthropological applications of these insects, while also discussing the use of different tools in their classification. Finally, the study proposes future directions using integrative approaches (combining molecular phylogenetics, morphological analyses, geometric morphometrics, and machine learning) to advance the taxonomy and systematics of Americabaetis and improve our understanding of mayfly biodiversity in the Neotropical region.

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  2025

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  Studies on Neotropical Fauna and Environment

• Publication date

  2025-08-29

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  DOI 10.1080/01650521.2025.2530939
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