Gyrinus elevatus

LeConte, 1868

Gyrinus elevatus is a of whirligig beetle in the Gyrinidae, first described by LeConte in 1868. It is found in North America. Whirligig beetles are aquatic insects that live almost exclusively on the water surface, where they form called 'rafts' and feed on organisms or scavenge debris. Like other members of the Gyrinus, this species exhibits the family's characteristic erratic, zigzagging swimming motion.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Gyrinus elevatus: /dʒɪˈraɪnəs ɛˈleɪvətəs/

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Distribution

North America

Similar Taxa

  • DineutusBoth are whirligig beetle in North America. Dineutus are generally larger (~12 mm) with a hidden scutellum, while Gyrinus species are smaller with a visible scutellum. Gyrinus elevatus belongs to the smaller Gyrinus genus.

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