The Wrestling Water Bug is actually a predatory bug that flies well and often attracted to lights as they fly around at nighttime. They fly from water


The Wrestling Water Bug is actually a predatory bug that flies well and often attracted to lights as they fly around at nighttime. They fly from water point to water point in search of prey. Their bulging eyes are prominent features


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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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