Water scorpions
Scientific name: Nepa
Water scorpions
Scientific name: Nepa
Photo By Michael J. Raupach, Lars Hendrich, Stefan M. Kuchler, Fabian Deister, Jérome Moriniére, Martin M. Gossner , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
The fascinating Nepa might subvert your usual perception of aquatic predators. Neither fish nor fierce aquatic mammal, these insects actually employ a stealthy approach, lying submerged and almost invisible in shallow waters. They use their formidable front legs to grasp unsuspecting prey. Contrary to what one might think, Nepa are not venomous; instead, they rely purely on their physical prowess and ambush tactics to secure a meal, demonstrating an exceptional adaptation to their watery world.
Species of Water scorpions
Photo By Michael J. Raupach, Lars Hendrich, Stefan M. Kuchler, Fabian Deister, Jérome Moriniére, Martin M. Gossner , used under CC-BY-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
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