Rhantus sericans

Sharp, 1882

Rhantus sericans is a in the , first described by Sharp in 1882. The is distributed across North America and has been recorded from the Holarctic region, including the Canadian province of Alberta. As a member of the Rhantus, it belongs to a group of diving adapted to aquatic environments. The species is represented by 88 observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is documented but not exceptionally common in citizen science records.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Rhantus sericans: //ˈræn.tʊs ˈsɛr.ɪ.kænz//

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Distribution

North America; specifically recorded from Alberta, Canada. GBIF distribution records indicate presence in the Holarctic region with confirmed occurrence in North America.

Similar Taxa

  • Rhantus gutticollisCongeneric found in North America (Colorado), sharing the same and general diving
  • Rhantus speciesOther members of Rhantus share aquatic preferences and general body plan, requiring detailed examination for separation

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