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Velvet Water Bug - Hebrus
Copyright © 2012 Joe Keller

Velvet Water Bug - Hebrus
UConn Forest, Fenton river, Storrs, Tolland County, Connecticut, USA
May 7, 2012
Size: ~2mm
I suspect this belongs in the Hebridae, but I'd never seen one before so I thought I'd make sure. Your help with confirmation or other suggestions is appreciated!
Contributed by Joe Keller on 7 May, 2012 - 5:30pm
Last updated 7 May, 2012 - 10:07pm

Moved
Moved from ID Request.
… Brady Richards, 7 May, 2012 - 10:07pm

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