Life History and Production of a Semi-Terrestrial Limnephilid Caddisfly in an Intermittent Platte River Wetland

Whiles, Matt R.; Goldowitz, Beth S.; Charlton, Ralph E.

doi:10.2307/1468385

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“…Studies of stream invertebrate communities in North American desert (e.g., Fisher 1986, Stanley et al 1994), grassland (e.g., Fritz and Dodds 2002, Stagliano and Whiles 2002, Whiting et al 2011, and forested (e.g., Gladden and Smock 1990) regions suggest that relatively few taxa are unique to grassland streams, with some notable exceptions, such as the Platte River caddisfly (Ironoquia plattensis) (Whiles et al 1999) and Scott riffle beetle (Optioservus phaeus) (White 1978). Aquatic invertebrate endemism can be high in arid regions, where species are often associated with isolated springs or wetlands (Whiteman and Sites 2008).…”

Section: Invertebrate Diversitymentioning

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The Stream Biome Gradient Concept: factors controlling lotic systems across broad biogeographic scales

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We propose the Stream Biome Gradient Concept as a way to predict macroscale biological patterns in streams. This concept is based on the hypothesis that many abiotic and biotic features of streams change predictably along climate (temperature and precipitation) gradients because of direct influences of climate on hydrology, geomorphology, and interactions mediated by terrestrial vegetation. The Stream Biome Gradient Concept generates testable hypotheses related to continental variation among streams worldwide and allows aquatic scientists to understand how results from one biome might apply to a less-studied biome. Some predicted factors change monotonically across the biome/climate gradients, whereas others have maxima or minima in the central portion of the gradient. For example, predictions across the gradient from drier deserts through grasslands to wetter forests include more permanent flow, less bare ground, lower erosion and sediment transport rates, decreased importance of autochthonous C inputs to food webs, and greater stream animal species richness. In contrast, effects of large ungulate grazers on streams are expected to be greater in grasslands than in forests or deserts, and fire is expected to have weaker effects in grassland streams than in desert and forest streams along biome gradients with changing precipitation and constant latitude or elevation. Understanding historic patterns among biomes can help describe the evolutionary template at relevant biogeographic scales, can be used to broaden other conceptual models of stream ecology, and could lead to better management and conservation across the broadest scales.

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Section: Invertebrate Diversitymentioning

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“…In addition, the bankside habitat provides an important link between instream fauna and the terrestrial environment (Prenda and Granado-Lorencio, 1996). Species migrate from the main channel to marginal areas to complete their life-histories (Holland, 1972;Gore and Bryant, 1990;Whiles et al, 1999) and some insects use marginal vegetation for emergence and oviposition, and also as refugia for adults and as swarm markers (Gibbons and Pain, 1992;Armitage, 1995). Generally speaking, with the exception of a detailed study of the Rhô ne (Cogerino et al, 1995) and some preliminary work in the River Frome (Dorset, UK) (Irvine, 1993), ecological study of the macroinvertebrates of this physically dynamic and structurally complex zone, which lies between the riparian strip and instream habitats proper, has been neglected, particularly in regard to management issues.…”

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Bank profile and structure as determinants of macroinvertebrate assemblages—seasonal changes and management

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Regul. Rivers: Res. Mgmt.

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Management and restoration procedures in rivers frequently have a major influence on the bank and marginal zone, depending on the timing of disturbance and the eventual structure of the bank. This study examines changes in macroinvertebrate communities in four different bank types at 3-weekly intervals throughout a year. The banks differed in their profile and in their structure: shallow sloping and vegetated, stepped shallow profile, steep profile (eroded soil bank), and iron revetments. Velocity patterns over the year showed much variability, both between and within bank types ranging from standing water in the summer to velocities in excess of 0.9 m s − 1 in the winter. The shallow-sloping vegetated site supported a total of 115 taxa, in contrast to the artificial iron revetment, on which only 32 taxa were recorded. Total abundances were five to six times greater in the shallow vegetated sites compared with the steeply sloped and artificial banks. Highest abundances were recorded in the late spring (May/June) and most taxa were found in August and September. Fluctuations in both abundance and number of taxa were least on the reveted bank. Ordination of the fauna/site matrix revealed a seasonal separation with specific winter and summer communities. The results suggest that the bankside is a dynamic environment where communities change in relation to growth of bankside vegetation and its concomitant effect on flow. The implications of these findings to management activities and restoration procedures are discussed.

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“…The Platte River caddisfly, Ironoquia plattensis Alexander & Whiles (Trichoptera: Limnephilidae), is a benthic macroinvertebrate adapted to the intermittent hydrology of backwater sloughs in central Nebraska and is likely endemic to the state as well (Whiles et al 1999). Unlike most other caddisflies, members of the Ironoquia genus migrate to land as fifth instars (Williams & Williams 1975;Whiles et al 1999).…”

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“…Unlike most other caddisflies, members of the Ironoquia genus migrate to land as fifth instars (Williams & Williams 1975;Whiles et al 1999). The transition to its terrestrial life stage coincides with an increase in water temperatures and is associated with seasonal drying (Whiles et al 1999).…”

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“…The dynamic hydrology within the Great Plains is responsible for more distinct, less diverse aquatic communities when compared with more permanent systems (Dodds et al 2004). Several species of fish were found at the type locality of I. plattensis including the plains topminnow, Fundulus sciadicus Cope, common carp, Cyprinus carpio L., and brassy minnow, Hybognathus hankinsoni Hubbs (Whiles et al 1999 The reasons for the limited distribution and range of population sizes of I. plattensis have not been fully identified. The alterations to the river systems in Nebraska, specifically the Platte River, influence the connectivity of I. plattensis habitat to the main river channels.…”

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Two New Geographic Distribution Records for the Brook Stickleback, Culaea inconstans (Gastrosteiformes: Gastrosteidae), in Northwestern Nebraska

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Life History and Production of a Semi-Terrestrial Limnephilid Caddisfly in an Intermittent Platte River Wetland

Cited by 42 publications

References 18 publications

The Stream Biome Gradient Concept: factors controlling lotic systems across broad biogeographic scales

The Stream Biome Gradient Concept: factors controlling lotic systems across broad biogeographic scales

Bank profile and structure as determinants of macroinvertebrate assemblages—seasonal changes and management

Two New Geographic Distribution Records for the Brook Stickleback, Culaea inconstans (Gastrosteiformes: Gastrosteidae), in Northwestern Nebraska

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