Hesperocorixa laevigata
(Uhler, 1893)
water boatman
Hesperocorixa laevigata is a of water boatman ( Corixidae) described by Uhler in 1893. It is distributed across Central America and North America. As a member of the Nepomorpha, it is an aquatic true adapted to life in freshwater environments. The species is one of approximately 47 observed records on iNaturalist, indicating it is documented but not extensively studied.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hesperocorixa laevigata: //ˌhɛspɛroʊkɔˈrɪksə ˌliːvɪˈɡeɪtə//
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Habitat
Freshwater aquatic environments. As a water boatman ( Corixidae), it inhabits ponds, lakes, slow-moving streams, and other standing or gently flowing water bodies.
Distribution
Central America and North America. GBIF records confirm presence in both Middle America and North America.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Corisa laevigata by Uhler in 1893, later transferred to Hesperocorixa.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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