Water strider facts for kids
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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).
Images for kids
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Waterstrider in the genus Gerris
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Water striders' leg impact on water surface
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A group of water striders devouring a honey bee
See also
In Spanish: Gerridae para niños
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