Helichus suturalis
LeConte, 1852
long-toed water beetle
Helichus suturalis is a of long-toed water beetle in the Dryopidae. It has been recorded from Central America and North America. Like other members of Dryopidae, it is associated with aquatic environments. The species was described by LeConte in 1852.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Helichus suturalis: /ˈhɛlɪkəs suːtʊˈræˌlɪs/
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Habitat
Aquatic environments. Members of the Dryopidae are typically found in association with freshwater .
Distribution
Central America and North America.
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'suturalis' refers to a characteristic related to the , though the precise morphological feature is not detailed in available sources. The Helichus is part of the Dryopidae, commonly known as long-toed water beetles.
Data availability
This is poorly represented in public databases, with only 2 observations recorded in iNaturalist as of the knowledge cutoff.