Platambus semivittatus
(LeConte, 1852)
Platambus semivittatus is a predaceous diving beetle in the Dytiscidae. It is native to North America with a broad geographic range spanning from the Great Lakes region to the southwestern United States. The belongs to the Platambus, a group of medium-sized diving beetles commonly found in freshwater .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Platambus semivittatus: //plæˈtæmbəs ˌsɛmɪvɪˈtætəs//
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Habitat
Freshwater aquatic environments including lakes, ponds, and slow-moving streams.
Distribution
North America; primarily distributed from the Great Lakes Region through to Arizona. Specific records include Ontario and Québec in Canada.