Hesperocorixa atopodonta
(Hungerford, 1927)
water boatman
Hesperocorixa atopodonta is a of water boatman described by Hungerford in 1927. It belongs to the Corixidae, a group of aquatic true bugs known for their oar-like hind legs adapted for swimming. The species is native to North America and is part of the Hesperocorixa, which includes several similar aquatic insect species.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hesperocorixa atopodonta: /hɛspɛroʊkɔˈrɪksə æˌtoʊpoʊˈdɒntə/
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Habitat
Aquatic environments; specific microhabitat preferences are not documented.
Distribution
North America; present in the Nearctic region excluding Beringia, with records from Canada.
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Original description
Originally described as Arctocorixa atopodonta by Hungerford in 1927, later transferred to Hesperocorixa.