Acilius athabascae
Larson, 1975
Athabascan Predaceous Diving Beetle
Acilius athabascae is a of predaceous diving beetle described by Larson in 1975. It belongs to the Acilius, a group of large diving beetles known for their streamlined bodies and predatory habits in aquatic environments. The species is found in North America, with records from Alberta and British Columbia in Canada.
Pronunciation
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Habitat
Aquatic environments, as characteristic of the Dytiscidae.
Distribution
North America; confirmed records from Alberta and British Columbia, Canada.
More Details
Taxonomic Authority
First described by D.J. Larson in 1975.
Observation Status
Very few confirmed observations; iNaturalist shows only 1 observation record for this .