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Neoperla

Genus of stoneflies From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Neoperla
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Neoperla is a genus of common stoneflies in the family Perlidae. There are more than 260 described species in Neoperla.[1][2][3][4]

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Distribution and Diversity

Neoperla is among the most species-rich and widely distributed genera of stoneflies, with at least 271 described species worldwide. The genus exhibits a broad geographical range:

Asia: China alone hosts over 100 species, accounting for about 38% of the genus.[5]

Africa: A comprehensive revision recognized 82 valid species in sub-Saharan Africa, all endemic to the region.[6]

North America: Several species, such as Neoperla clymene and Neoperla coosa, are found across the eastern United States.[7]

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