Taxonomy of Baetis Leach in Israel (Ephemeroptera, Baetidae)

By

Yanai, Zohar
Gattolliat, Jean-Luc
Dorchin, Netta, 1969-

Type

Article

Date of Publication

2018

Original Publication

ZooKeys

Volume

794

Pages

45-84

Subjects

Aquatic insects , Baetis , Israel , Mayflies , Palestinian Authority

Contributed by

Pensoft Publishers

Language

English

Published by

Sofia, Bulgaria Pensoft Publishers

Identifiers

DOI: https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.794.28214

 

Abstract

The taxonomy and systematics of the genusBaetisLeach (Ephemeroptera: Baetidae) in Israel is clarified for the first time as part of an ongoing comprehensive survey of the Israeli mayfly fauna. Six clearly defined species are currently recognized in Israel, four of which are described here as new to science. The validity of all species is supported by a molecular analysis of the mitochondrial COI gene. A key for the identification of the Israeli species based on the nymphal stage is provided, as well as data on their distribution patterns and ecology. The local fauna represents four Palearctic species groups, three of which reach their limit of distribution range in Israel.Baetisspecies typically inhabit lotic, pristine habitats in northern Israel, with few exceptions for some species that can be found in the Dead Sea area or in ephemeral ponds.