Genus Notonecta (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Notonectidae: backswimmers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Notonecta is a type of aquatic insect commonly known as backswimmers, which are characterized by their distinctive swimming style.
- Notonecta is the type genus of the Notonectidae family, comprising over 400 species of backswimmers found worldwide.
- The genus Notonecta is often used as a model organism in scientific studies of aquatic ecology and behavior.
- Backswimmers of the genus Notonecta are known for their ability to swim upside down and capture prey using their modified front legs.
- Species within the genus Notonecta exhibit a range of adaptations to different aquatic environments, from ponds to slow-moving streams.