Giant Water Bugs - Facts for Kids

A close-up of a giant water bug resting on a person's fingers, showing its large, flat body, powerful front legs, and sharp beak. The background features a blurred natural setting with dry grass.

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Facts About Giant Water Bugs For Kids

Giant water bugs belong to the family Belostomatidae, and scientists call them “true bugs” because they have special mouth parts for sucking and piercing!

Sources:

National Park Service

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