Ambrysus circumcinctus
Montandon, 1910
creeping water bug
Ambrysus circumcinctus is a of creeping water bug in the Naucoridae, distributed across Central America and North America. As a member of the Cryphocricinae, it inhabits aquatic environments including running streams. The Ambrysus is widespread in the New World, with its greatest diversity in Mexico. Like other naucorids, this species has adaptations for clinging to substrates in flowing water.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ambrysus circumcinctus: /ˈæmbɹɪsəs ˌsɜr.kəmˈsɪŋk.təs/
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Habitat
Running streams and aquatic environments; members of the Ambrysus are typically found in turbulent waters where they cling to rocks and gravel
Distribution
Central America and North America