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Their extensive live and naturalized collections, their educational capacities and their scientific research all contribute to the unique character of our museums.
Pond skaters (Gerridae) live in the surface water. They are common in still waters and low-flow streams, where they settle in the small bays and protected areas.
Photo: Insectarium de Montréal (Claude Pilon)
This water bug (Belostomatidae) is about two times smaller than the giant water bug of North America. In this species, the female lays her eggs on the back of the male who thus stores them until hatching. In addition to protecting the eggs from predators, the movements of the male in water offer the eggs better oxygenation.
Photo: Insectarium de Montréal (Claude Pilon)
The giant water bug (Belostomatidae) is an aquatic insect that leaves the water only to migrate and mate. The insect feigns death when disturbed or captured. When threatened, it releases a liquid though the anus.
Photo: Insectarium de Montréal (Jacques de Tonnancour)
The elongated body and legs of the waterscorpion (Nepidae) resemble aquatic plants. It breathes through a long tube located at the end of its abdomen while waiting for prey.