Hygrotus sellatus

(LeConte, 1866)

Hygrotus sellatus is a small diving in the , described by LeConte in 1866. The is known from North America, with limited observational records. As a member of the Hydroporinae, it inhabits freshwater aquatic environments.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hygrotus sellatus: /hɪˈɡroʊtəs sɛˈleɪtəs/

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Habitat

Freshwater aquatic environments including ponds, marshes, and slow-moving waters.

Distribution

North America.

Ecological Role

Predatory aquatic contributing to control in freshwater .

Similar Taxa

  • Hygrotus confinisSimilar small size and general body form; distinguished by differences in elytral markings and male structure.
  • Hygrotus sayiOverlapping distribution and preferences; requires examination of pronotal and elytral pattern details for separation.

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