Redescription of the first record of the species Elmomorphus brevicornis from the family Dryopidae (Coleoptera) in Manipur

Abstract

In this study, species of the family Dryopidae, Elmomorphus brevicornis were recorded for the first time from Manipur, North eastern part of India. The samples were collected from piles of submerged twigs and branches of a decayed tree from a mountain stream in Leimaram hill, Senapati district, Manipur. E. brevicornis Sharp was redescribed based on type material and new material. A lectotype is designated for this species. Redescription, SEM photographs, habitat, and taxonomic notes for E. brevicornis are provided.