Water Strider - Trepobates subnitidus

These striders are small (~4 mm) and very difficult to photograph because they are constantly moving. This individual paused to snack on something, which was when I managed to get this shot.

Habitat: Small woodland pond

comments (4)

Ferdy Christant

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They are such amazing hunters, awesome capture! Posted 5 years ago
1. Christine Young
  
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  Thanks! I have captured them for my aquarium in the past, but they always die on the ride home. So, I'm glad to finally get a photo of one. Posted 5 years ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
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    Why are they so fragile? Posted 5 years ago
  2. 1. Christine Young
      
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      I'm not sure. They are really small and delicate. I think they probably drown in the jars before I can get them home to my aquarium...It's about a 1/2 mile hike through the woods, from the pond to the car. I try to hold the jars steady in my bag, but it's nearly impossible. Posted 5 years ago