Graphoderus fascicollis
(Harris, 1828)
Graphoderus fascicollis is a of predaceous diving beetle in the Dytiscidae, first described by Harris in 1828. It is an aquatic found in North America, with records from Canada (New Brunswick, Ontario) and the United States. The species belongs to the tribe Aciliini within the Dytiscinae. As a member of the Dytiscidae, it is adapted to life in freshwater environments.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Graphoderus fascicollis: //ɡræfoʊˈdɛrəs ˌfæsɪˈkɒlɪs//
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Habitat
Freshwater aquatic environments. Specific preferences are not well documented, but members of the Graphoderus are generally associated with standing or slow-moving waters.
Distribution
North America. Documented records include New Brunswick and Ontario in Canada, with broader distribution across the continent.
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Taxonomic History
First described by Harris in 1828, originally placed in a different before current classification in Graphoderus.