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Hairy Whirligig Beetle

Orectochilus villosus

Extinct

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine.

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

German Behaarter Taumelkäfer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hairy Whirligig Beetle?
The scientific name of Hairy Whirligig Beetle is Orectochilus villosus. It belongs to the genus Orectochilus.
What is the conservation status of Hairy Whirligig Beetle?
Hairy Whirligig Beetle (Orectochilus villosus) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Hairy Whirligig Beetle live?
Hairy Whirligig Beetle is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Ukraine.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Ukraine.
What family does Hairy Whirligig Beetle belong to?
Hairy Whirligig Beetle (Orectochilus villosus) belongs to the genus Orectochilus, which is part of the taxonomic family Gyrinidae.
What kingdom does Hairy Whirligig Beetle belong to?
Hairy Whirligig Beetle (Orectochilus villosus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

Native Range — 5 Countries

Genus Orectochilus — 1 Species

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Hairy Whirligig Beetle
Orectochilus villosus
EX

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