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Dytiscus marginalis, great diving beetle (female)
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Dytiscus marginalis, great diving beetle (female)
Illustrated plate from The Genera Insectorum of Linnaeus exemplified by various specimens of English insects drawn from Nature (1781) by James Barbut
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Arthropod Arthropoda Barbut Beetle Coleoptera Crawly Creepy Diving Diving Beetle Diving Water Beetle Dytiscidae Dytiscinae Dytiscus Dytiscus Marginalis Great Diving Beetle Hexapod Hexapoda Insecta Invertebrata
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This stunning illustration showcases the intricate details of the female Great Diving Beetle, Dytiscus marginalis, as depicted in James Barbut's plate from The Genera Insectorum of Linnaeus exemplified by various specimens of English insects drawn from Nature (1781). The Great Diving Beetle, also known as the Dytiscus or Diving Water Beetle, is a large and impressive member of the Dytiscidae family, which belongs to the order Coleoptera, the beetles. The female Dytiscus marginalis is illustrated here with remarkable accuracy, revealing her distinctive features. Her elongated, flattened body is covered in a shimmering, metallic green exoskeleton, which provides excellent camouflage in the water. Her powerful hind legs are adapted for swimming and diving, allowing her to plunge into the water in search of prey, such as tadpoles, snails, and other aquatic insects. Her long, slender antennae are delicately rendered, and her large, expressive eyes convey a sense of intensity and focus. The Great Diving Beetle is an important predator in freshwater ecosystems, playing a crucial role in maintaining a healthy balance within the food chain. This illustration offers a fascinating glimpse into the anatomy and natural history of this remarkable invertebrate, which continues to captivate and inspire curiosity more than 200 years after it was first documented by Linnaeus and Barbut. As a member of the hexapoda class, which includes all insects and arthropods with six legs, the Great Diving Beetle is part of a diverse and fascinating group of animals that have evolved a wide range of adaptations to thrive in various habitats. This illustration serves as a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world, and a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting the delicate balance of ecosystems that support such incredible creatures.
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