Disintegrated Diving Beetle
Agabus disintegratus
This record describes Agabus disintegratus (species). Recorded family: Dytiscidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Holotype larvæ described in members of this group possess a stridulatory organ
Identification notes
Holotype larvæ described in
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Dytiscidae (Predaceous Diving Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Agabinae
- Tribe
- Agabini
- Genus
- Agabus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
in temporary open ponds, often where vegetation is sparse
Geographic Range
e. & s.US ; ON
Seasonal Activity
adults active from spring to fall in permanent waters; in temporary ponds that dry up, adults estivate during summer
Diet and Behavior
Diet: aquatic invertebrates such as Daphnia , midge/mosquito larvae
Life History
one generation per year; overwinters as a larva
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Agabus disintegratus (Crotch 1873)
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Agabus disintegratus. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Disintegrated Diving Beetle (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by Robin McLeod; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov , mpintar
Frequently Asked Questions About Disintegrated Diving Beetle
What is Disintegrated Diving Beetle?
Disintegrated Diving Beetle (Agabus disintegratus) is a species in the family Dytiscidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Disintegrated Diving Beetle?
6.3‒8 mm
How do you identify Disintegrated Diving Beetle?
Holotype larvæ described in
Where is Disintegrated Diving Beetle found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | in temporary open ponds, often where vegetation is sparse |
| Range | e. & s.US ; ON |
What does Disintegrated Diving Beetle eat?
The diet of the Disintegrated Diving Beetle includes aquatic invertebrates such as Daphnia , midge/mosquito larvae.
When is Disintegrated Diving Beetle active?
Disintegrated Diving Beetle: seasonal activity - adults active from spring to fall in permanent waters; in temporary ponds that dry up, adults estivate during summer.
What is the life cycle of a Disintegrated Diving Beetle?
one generation per year; overwinters as a larva