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πŸͺ² Beetles

South American Whirligig Beetle

Gyrinus ovatus

About

A widespread whirligig beetle found across temperate and tropical regions of the Americas. It is highly gregarious and forms dense surface swarms.

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Did You Know?

Its flattened, boat-shaped body creates almost no wake, allowing it to glide efficiently across the water surface.