Buenoa arizonis
Bare, 1928
Buenoa arizonis is a of backswimmer in the Notonectidae, described by Bare in 1928. It belongs to the Buenoa, which comprises small aquatic true bugs that swim upside down. The species is recorded from North America and Middle America. Like other notonectids, it is likely predatory and inhabits freshwater environments.
Pronunciation
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Habitat
Freshwater aquatic environments. As a member of Notonectidae, it inhabits standing or slow-moving water bodies.
Distribution
Recorded from North America and Middle America. Specific locality records are sparse.
Behavior
Swims upside down, a characteristic of the Notonectidae.
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Taxonomic Notes
Described by Bare in 1928. The Buenoa is distinguished from the related genus Anisops by features of the male genitalia and other morphological characters.