Suphisellus bicolor

(Say, 1830)

Suphisellus bicolor is a of in the Noteridae, Noterinae. It was described by Thomas Say in 1830 and is known from the United States. As a member of the Noteridae, it belongs to a family of small aquatic beetles adapted to burrowing in muddy substrates of freshwater .

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Suphisellus bicolor: //suːˈfaɪsɛləs ˈbaɪkəlɔr//

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Habitat

Freshwater aquatic environments, particularly muddy or silty substrates where burrowing occurs. As a , it inhabits the benthic zone of ponds, lakes, or slow-moving water bodies.

Distribution

United States (North America). Distribution records indicate presence in North America with 19 observations documented.

Behavior

Burrowing in muddy substrates, a characteristic of the Noteridae . The '' reflects this substrate-dwelling habit.

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Taxonomic History

Described by Thomas Say in 1830, making it one of the earlier described in the Suphisellus. The specific epithet 'bicolor' likely refers to a two-colored appearance, though the exact nature of this coloration is not detailed in available sources.

Collection Observations

Documented in 19 observations, indicating it is a rarely encountered or under-recorded , or potentially one with specialized requirements that limit detection.