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Macroinvertebrates II

Thomas Evans via YouTube

Overview

Explore aquatic insect orders in stream food webs and their oxygen acquisition methods in this 47-minute lecture on stream ecology. Delve into the world of macroinvertebrates, examining various insect groups including mayflies, damselflies, stoneflies, true bugs, and beetles. Learn about hemimetabolism and the unique adaptations of aquatic insects. Gain insights into trophic relationships and the role of invertebrate consumers in stream ecosystems. Cover essential topics such as Anis Opteron, Knee Opteron, Megalapras, and sponge slides, enhancing your understanding of stream ecology and aquatic insect biology.

Syllabus

Introduction
Objectives
Insects
Aquatic insects
Hemimetabolism
Mayflies
Damselflies
Anis Opteron
Knee Opteron
Stoneflies
True Bugs
Megalapras
Sponge Slides
Caterpillars
Beetles
Fly Range

Taught by

Thomas Evans

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