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Great Diving Beetle

Dytiscus marginalis
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Summary

Dytiscus marginalis, commonly known as the great diving beetle, is a large aquatic insect belonging to the family Dytiscidae. It is found in freshwater habitats across Europe and parts of Asia. With its streamlined body and powerful legs, it is an excellent swimmer and predator, feeding on small aquatic organisms. The adults have a dark brown or black coloration and can grow up to 4 centimeters in length.

Great Diving Beetle

Dytiscus marginalis
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harmless

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Insecta
order: Coleoptera
family: Dytiscidae
genus: Dytiscus

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