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Notonecta obliqua

Notonecta obliqua

A species of Notonecta

General Info About Notonecta obliqua
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Attributes of Notonecta obliqua
Colors
Brown
Black
Green
Cream
Habitat
Acid pool; lowland non-acidic habitat
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Piercing-sucking mouthparts
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Species Status of Notonecta obliqua
Widespread and very frequent
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Distribution Area of Notonecta obliqua
United Kingdom
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Predators of Adult Notonecta obliqua
Birds, frogs, toads, water beetles, fish
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Interesting Facts About Notonecta obliqua
Rather unique in habits, notonecta obliqua can sleep while floating upside down, mimicking a dead leaf to avoid predators in its aquatic environment.
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Scientific Classification of Notonecta obliqua
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Youth Habitat of Notonecta obliqua
Freshwater Habitats
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Adult Habitat of Notonecta obliqua
Freshwater Habitats
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When is the Best Time to Observe Notonecta obliqua
The suitable time to find notonecta obliqua would typically be during warm months when aquatic environments are at an optimal temperature for their activity.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Notonecta obliqua
As aquatic creatures, notonecta obliqua can be found in weather conditions suitable for their aquatic habitats to thrive—generally calm, warm weather without extreme conditions that might disrupt their water-based ecosystems.
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How and Where Can You Find Notonecta obliqua at Different Life Stages
Egg Notonecta obliqua eggs are often laid on submerged vegetation in the water. To find them, inspect the stems and leaves of aquatic plants just below the surface.
Nymph Notonecta obliqua nymphs are aquatic and can be observed swimming upside down in water. They can be found by carefully observing the shallow parts of a body of water, using a dip net to gently scoop in the vegetation-rich zones.
Adult Adult notonecta obliqua are also aquatic but can fly and are attracted to light at night. During the day, one can find them by looking on the surface of calm waters, while at night, using a light source near the water can attract them for easier observation.
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Beneficial Effects of Notonecta obliqua
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Predators of Pests
Predators of Pests
Stage
Adults, Nymphs
Purpose
Feed Itself
Notonecta obliqua is a formidable aquatic predator. Stealthy and efficient, it captures and consumes prey, primarily mosquito larvae and other aquatic insects, to sustain itself. With its unique upside-down swimming, notonecta obliqua sneaks up on unsuspecting victims, seizing them with lethal accuracy. This predator plays a pivotal role in controlling pest populations in aquatic environments.
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