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water beetle

/ˈwɔːtə ˌbiːtl/

Tradução: Nome geral dado a diversos besouros aquáticos, que vivem normalmente em ambientes de água doce e se caracterizam pelo corpo hidrodinâmico e pela capacidade de nadar com eficiência.

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/ˈwɔːtə ˌbiːtl/B2formalscientific
  • ptNome geral dado a diversos besouros aquáticos, que vivem normalmente em ambientes de água doce e se caracterizam pelo corpo hidrodinâmico e pela capacidade de nadar com eficiência.

A common name for various aquatic beetles, typically found in freshwater habitats, known for their streamlined bodies and ability to swim efficiently.

  1. Aquatic insectB2formal

    Any of various beetles that live in or near water, typically having a streamlined body and legs adapted for swimming.

    ptbesouro aquático

    • The water beetle darted across the surface of the pond.
    • Children observed a water beetle swimming under the lily pads.
    • Some species of water beetle are excellent predators of mosquito larvae.