Rhagovelia oriander
Parshley, 1922
Broad-shouldered Water Strider
Rhagovelia oriander is a of small water strider in the Veliidae, first described by Parshley in 1922. It belongs to a characterized by modified middle legs used for propulsion on water surfaces. The "Broad-shouldered Water Strider" refers to a distinctive morphological feature. Like other veliids, it inhabits the surface film of freshwater systems.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Rhagovelia oriander: //ræɡəˈviːliə ˌɔːriˈændər//
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Distribution
North America
Similar Taxa
- Rhagovelia speciesOther members of the share general body plan and surface-dwelling habits; specific separation requires examination of pronotal width and other fine structural details.