Water strider
family of insects
(Redirected from Gerridae)
The water strider (also known as the pond skater) is a true bug, an insect of the family Gerridae. It can run across the surface of water. It lives on ponds and slow-running streams. It rarely goes underwater. The underside of the body is covered with water-repellent hair. There are around 500 known species, commonly placed in around 60 genera. Also called the Jesus bug (walks on water).
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Adult Water Strider Gerris remigis | |
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Family: | Gerridae
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