Water penny beetles
- Pronunciation
- /WOT-er PEN-ee BEE-tuhls/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Water penny beetle
- Plural
- Water penny beetles
Definition
Small aquatic beetles belonging to the family Psephenidae, known for their association with rocks and riffles in streams.
Etymology
The common name refers to their habit of clinging to rocks underwater, resembling small pennies.
Example
Water penny beetles are often found clinging to rocks in riffles of streams.
Related Terms
- Riffle
- Stream
- Coleoptera
Usage Notes
Water penny beetles exhibit a fascinating life cycle with both aquatic and terrestrial stages.