Agabus semipunctatus
(Kirby, 1837)
Agabus semipunctatus is a predaceous diving beetle in the Dytiscidae. The was originally described as Colymbetes semipunctatus by Kirby in 1837 before being transferred to the Agabus. It is recorded from North America, with specific distribution records from Alberta and British Columbia in Canada. As a member of the predaceous diving beetles, it is adapted to aquatic .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Agabus semipunctatus: /əˈɡeɪbəs sɛmɪpʌŋkˈteɪtəs/
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Habitat
Aquatic environments, including freshwater such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving waters typical for members of the Agabus.
Distribution
North America. Documented occurrences include Alberta and British Columbia, Canada. The full extent of its range within North America is not fully detailed in available sources.
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Taxonomic History
Originally described as Colymbetes semipunctatus by Kirby in 1837, this was later transferred to the Agabus. The basionym is recorded in NCBI .