Dytiscus hatchi
This record describes Dytiscus hatchi (species). Recorded family: Dytiscidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Adephaga
- Family
- Dytiscidae (Predaceous Diving Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Dytiscinae
- Genus
- Dytiscus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
ponds in forested areas
Geographic Range
BC‒CA
Seasonal Activity
Jul‒Sep
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Overwinters as adult in permanent bodies of water. Mates in fall or spring and has one generation per year.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Dytiscus hatchi Wallis 1950
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Dytiscus hatchi. 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 Dytiscus hatchi (2)
Photo credits: Contributed by Tim Loh; Additional contributions by cotinis , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Dytiscus hatchi
How big is Dytiscus hatchi?
22‒29 mm
Where is Dytiscus hatchi found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | ponds in forested areas |
| Range | BC‒CA |
When is Dytiscus hatchi active?
Dytiscus hatchi: seasonal activity - Jul‒Sep.
What is the life cycle of a Dytiscus hatchi?
Overwinters as adult in permanent bodies of water. Mates in fall or spring and has one generation per year.