English : Diving beetle | Nederlands : Watertroofkever | Deutsch : Schwimmkäfer | Français : Dytiques | Español : Ditíscidos |
Leg with/without claw
Dytisidae have hind legs adapted for swimming, with long hairs. The hind and mid legs are longer and narrower than the front legs, often with long spurs.The males have wide front tarsi with suction pads.
leg with long spur | leg with swimming hairs | leg with swimming hairs | leg with claw |