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Backswimmer

Backswimmer The Backswimmer is a true bug that can be seen swimming on its back in ponds and still water. It is a predator on other pond life and any insects that fall in the water. It has a paralyzing bite that can incapacitate their prey. They can cause a painful bite to people if handled. They swim about using two paddle-shaped legs for locomotion and using their forelegs to grasp prey. Austria,Geotagged,Notonecta glauca

The Backswimmer is a true bug that can be seen swimming on its back in ponds and still water. It is a predator on other pond life and any insects that fall in the water. It has a paralyzing bite that can incapacitate their prey. They can cause a painful bite to people if handled. They swim about using two paddle-shaped legs for locomotion and using their forelegs to grasp prey.

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    fchristant Posted 9 months ago
    An extraordinary specie introduction! Good job!

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