Clown Bug vs Giant Water Strider
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Clown Bug | Giant Water Strider |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Mictis profana | Gigantometra gigas |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Coreidae | Gerridae |
| Size | 20-25 mm | 18-24 mm body, 250 mm leg span |
| Habitat | Gardens | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Sap Feeders | Omnivores |
| Regions | Australia | Vietnam, Southern China, Southeast Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Clown Bug
A large Australian coreid bug also known as the crusader bug for the cross-shaped pattern on its back. It is a common garden visitor.
Did You Know?
The white cross pattern on its folded wings gives it the alternate name 'crusader bug' in Australia.
Giant Water Strider
The largest water strider in the world, found in Southeast Asian streams. Its leg span can reach over 25 cm across the water surface.
Did You Know?
With a leg span exceeding 25 centimeters, it is the undisputed giant of the water strider world.