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Species that have a similar taxonomy to the Common pond skater (Gerris lacustris)

New Forest cicada (Cicadetta montana)
Cicadas are usually associated with hot countries, so some might find it unusual to learn that Britain has one listed as a native species... More 1 Image 5 Videos
Common froghopper (Philaenus spumarius)
This small, common froghopper is variably patterned with brown, black and white. The wings are held like a tent over the body. It has... More 8 Images 1 Video
Green shield bug (Palomena prasina)
This common bug has a flattened, shield-shaped body, as the name suggests. It is bright green in colour with delicate flecks of black that... More 11 Images 0 videos
Water scorpion (Nepa cinerea)
The water scorpion is not a true scorpion, but is a large, aquatic insect that belongs to the order of insects known as the Hemiptera or... More 13 Images 1 Video
Harlequin bug (Lygaeus equestris)
Information on the harlequin bug is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 9 Images 0 videos
Black bean aphid (Aphis fabae)
Although sometimes called ‘blackfly’, the black bean aphid is actually a true bug (a member of the order Hemiptera). All true bugs are... More 5 Images 1 Video
Water boatman (Notonecta glauca)
The water boatman is a common water bug, which swims on its back and is often seen at the surface of the water. It is light brown in colour... More 17 Images 3 Videos
Madagascan flatid bug (Phromnia rosea)
Information on Phromnia rosea is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 9 Images 0 videos
Feather-legged assassin bug (Ptilocnemus lemur)
Information on the feather-legged assassin bug is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 6 Images 1 Video

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