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Giant Waterbug - Belostoma
Copyright © 2005 Tony DiTerlizzi

Giant Waterbug - Belostoma
Norwottuck Rail Trail, Hampshire County, Massachusetts, USA
May 8, 2005
Size: 2 cm
I've never seen them perched above the surface like this, but I encountered several individuals doing it.
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Contributed by Tony DiTerlizzi on 12 May, 2005 - 5:17pm

Strange posture
I've only see them with their front legs held horitontally. These and other waterbugs will readily come to UV lights.
… Jim McClarin, 12 May, 2005 - 8:33pm login or register to post comments

 
Interesting indeed...
Though at The Insects of Cedar Creek, there is a similar shot...
… Tony DiTerlizzi, 22 June, 2005 - 7:38pm login or register to post comments

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