Neogerris

Matsumura, 1913

Species Guides

Neogerris hesione

Neogerris is a of water striders in the Gerridae, established by Matsumura in 1913. The genus comprises approximately 13 described distributed primarily in the Americas. These insects are adapted to life on the water surface, using their elongated middle and hind legs to skate across ponds, streams, and other freshwater .

Water Strider - Neogerris hesione, Okaloacoochee Slough State Forest, Felda, Florida by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Water Striders, Fairchild Tropical Gardens, Coral Gables, Florida (38872060481) by Judy Gallagher. Used under a CC BY 2.0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Neogerris: /ˌniːoʊˈdʒɛrɪs/

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Distribution

Primarily distributed in the Americas; specific distribution varies by . Colombia has documented occurrence records.

Similar Taxa

GerrisBoth are of water striders in Gerridae; Gerris is more widespread in the Palearctic and Nearctic regions, while Neogerris is primarily Neotropical and Nearctic.
AquariusBoth belong to Gerridae and share the water strider body plan; Aquarius are generally larger and more robust, often found in flowing water .