Water stick insect — size comparison

The water stick insect inhabits vegetated standing and slow waters. Its elongated body conceals it among stems, where it awaits passing prey. It catches aquatic

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Length

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Water stick insect

Ranatra linearis

32 mmAdult male
Body length

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The stated dimensions share a scale without a common ground line. Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Measurement comparisonScale in cm
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Water stick insectBody length32 mm
Bank cardLong edge of the card8.56 cm

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Bank card · long edge 8.56 cm
Water stick insect — size comparison — facts and sources

The water stick insect inhabits vegetated standing and slow waters. Its elongated body conceals it among stems, where it awaits passing prey. It catches aquatic insects, larvae, tadpoles and small fish.

A long breathing tube extends from the abdominal tip. Adults overwinter and resume activity in warmer parts of the year.

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