The Pond Skater is the commonest of the water-bugs seen on the surface of still waters. tufts of water-proof hairs on the feet stretch the surface
The Pond Skater is the commonest of the water-bugs seen on the surface of still waters. tufts of water-proof hairs on the feet stretch the surface meniscus and prevent sinking. They are predators of other insects
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Location: Scarborough, UK
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