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.

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How to pronounce Acilius athabascae: //əˈsɪliəs ˌæθəˈbæskiː//

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Habitat

Aquatic environments, as characteristic of the Dytiscidae.

Distribution

North America; confirmed records from Alberta and British Columbia, Canada.

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Taxonomic Authority

First described by D.J. Larson in 1975.

Observation Status

Very few confirmed observations; iNaturalist shows only 1 observation record for this .

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