General Description
Eyes divided into a top half and bottom half on the side of the head. Middle and rear legs short and flattened. Up to 2 cm long.
Biology
Whirligig Beetles often swim in groups and leave a conspicuous wake on the water behind them. They capture live invertebrates or scavenge dead ones from the water surface.
Distribution
Worldwide. Mainland Australia and Tasmania.
Habitat
Still water, near or on the surface.
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Eyes divided, flattened rear legs.
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Carnivore
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Invertebrates
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Common Name
Whirligig Beetle
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