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River Skater

Aquarius najas

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Arthropoda ›Class: Insecta ›Order: Hemiptera ›Family: Gerridae ›Genus: Aquarius

About

Aquarius najas, also known as the river skater, is a species of aquatic bug. It was formerly known as Gerris najas, but the subgenus Aquarius was elevated to generic rank in 1990 on the basis of phylogenetic analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of River Skater?
The scientific name of River Skater is Aquarius najas.
What is the conservation status of River Skater?
The River Skater has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does River Skater belong to?
River Skater belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does River Skater belong to?
River Skater belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does River Skater belong to?
River Skater belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does River Skater belong to?
River Skater belongs to the order Hemiptera.
What family does River Skater belong to?
River Skater belongs to the family Gerridae.
What genus does River Skater belong to?
River Skater belongs to the genus Aquarius.