Ranatra linearis (Water-stick insect)

It is an aquatic insect commonly known as ‘Water-stick insect’. It is found in shallow waters containing many weeds. It feeds on other aquatic insects. It breaths thorough its breathing tube located at its hind. This breathing tube is almost as long as its body. The insect is capable of swimming and the adults are capable of short flight. In June 2013 I found these insects in a shallow pond. In the video a mating pair of these insects can be seen; a water beetle is also seen briefly.

Ranatra linearis