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Predacious diving beetle

Hydroporus guernei

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found in Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (animal)
Phylum
Arthropoda (arthropodes)
Class
Insecta (insecte)
Order
Coleoptera (Beetles)
Family
Dytiscidae
Genus
Hydroporus
Species
Hydroporus guernei (Predacious diving beetle)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese Aguadeiro

Similar Species in Hydroporus

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Oxbow Diving Beetle
Hydroporus rufifrons
Critically Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Predacious diving beetle?
The scientific name of Predacious diving beetle is Hydroporus guernei. It belongs to the genus Hydroporus.
What is the conservation status of Predacious diving beetle?
Predacious diving beetle (Hydroporus guernei) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Predacious diving beetle live?
Predacious diving beetle is found in Found in Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Portugal.
What family does Predacious diving beetle belong to?
Predacious diving beetle (Hydroporus guernei) belongs to the genus Hydroporus, which is part of the taxonomic family Dytiscidae.
Is Predacious diving beetle endangered?
Yes, Predacious diving beetle (Hydroporus guernei) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Predacious diving beetle belong to?
Predacious diving beetle (Hydroporus guernei) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Predacious diving beetle?
The closest relatives of Predacious diving beetle in the genus Hydroporus include Oxbow Diving Beetle.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Hydroporus — 2 Species

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Predacious diving beetle
Hydroporus guernei
EN
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Oxbow Diving Beetle
Hydroporus rufifrons
CR
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