Water bugs
- Pronunciation
- /WAW-ter bugs/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Water bug
- Plural
- Water bugs
Definition
Common name for aquatic insects belonging to the order Hemiptera, including Belostomatidae (giant water bugs) and Nepidae (water scorpions).
Etymology
From Latin 'aqua' meaning 'water' and 'insectum' meaning 'insect'.
Example
Water bugs are often found in ponds, lakes, and streams.
Related Terms
- Hemiptera
- Aquatic insects
- Belostomatidae
- Nepidae