Thermonectus marmoratus - Sunburst Diving Beetle


Thermonectus marmoratus is a relatively colorful North American species of diving beetle known by the common names sunburst diving beetle and spotted diving beetle. The behavior of this diving beetle has been compared to a scuba diver, since it carries with it a bubble of air as it dives down into the water.


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Keywords: aquatic, beetle, diving, insect, marmoratus, sunburst, thermonectus