What are whirligig beetles?
Q: What are whirligig beetles?
A: Whirligig beetles are a family (Gyrinidae) of water beetles that swim on the surface of fresh water.
Q: Where do whirligig beetles usually swim?
A: Whirligig beetles usually swim on the surface of the water if undisturbed.
Q: What do whirligig beetles do when they are threatened?
A: When threatened, whirligig beetles go underwater.
Q: How do whirligig beetles see?
A: Whirligig beetles have divided eyes which may allow them to see above and below water at the same time.
Q: How many species of whirligig beetles are there worldwide?
A: There are some 700 living species of whirligig beetles worldwide.
Q: What is the approximate size range of whirligig beetles?
A: Whirligig beetles vary in size from 3 mm to 18 mm in length.
Q: What do both larvae and adults of whirligig beetles eat?
A: Both larvae and adults of whirligig beetles are active predators.
