Trepobates knighti
Drake & Harris, 1928
Trepobates knighti is a water strider in the Gerridae, first described by Drake & Harris in 1928. It inhabits freshwater surface across the central United States. As a member of the Trepobatinae, it is adapted to life on the water surface.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Trepobates knighti: /ˌtrɛpoʊˈbeɪtiːz ˈnaɪti/
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Habitat
Freshwater surface including ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams.
Distribution
Central United States: Texas, Louisiana, South Dakota, Minnesota, and Illinois.
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Taxonomic Authority
Described by Drake & Harris, 1928.