Leaf-like bug found in creek - Hagenius brevistylus

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Leaf-like bug found in creek - Hagenius brevistylus

Concord, Cabarrus County, North Carolina, USA
May 7, 2005
Size: ~1 1/2"

This bug was found in a cold-running creek. When placed in a fish tank, it swam to the bottom but later appeared lethargic. Placing it in an area with dry area and water, the bug goes into the water. It can puff up its abdomen and shoot water out of the end of its abdomen.

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Leaf-like bug found in creek - Hagenius brevistylus

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Contributed by donparkerjr on 8 May, 2005 - 6:48pm
Last updated 21 May, 2005 - 8:53pm

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