Vesipäitä
Vesipäitä, also known as water striders or pond skaters, are a group of insects belonging to the family Gerridae. They are characterized by their elongated hind legs, which they use for walking on the surface of water. Vesipäitä are found in various habitats, including freshwater bodies such as ponds, lakes, and slow-moving streams. Their bodies are typically oval-shaped, with a flattened shape that allows them to skim across the water's surface with minimal disturbance.
The scientific name for vesipäitä is Gerris, which is derived from the Greek word "gerros," meaning "to
Vesipäitä are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of small organisms such as algae, diatoms, and other microscopic
Vesipäitä are found in various parts of the world, including Europe, North America, and Asia. They are