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Pond skaters, also known as water striders, have several adaptations that allow them to move effortlessly on the surface of the water. Their long, hydrophobic legs distribute their weight over a large area, preventing them from breaking the surface tension of the water. Additionally, their bodies are covered in tiny hairs that repel water, further aiding in their ability to stay afloat. Pond skaters also have specialized claws on their legs that help them grip the water's surface, providing stability as they move.

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Why does a pond skater insect not sink?

A pond skater insect is held up by surface tension.Water molecules have an attraction for each other. At the surface of the liquid there is no water in one direction (up, naturally) so the molecules at the surface are pulled with a net force downwards. This creates a surface layer which has a high viscous property (know as surface tension). To penetrate this layer requires a measurable force. Since the weight of a pond skater does not exceed this force it is held up by the surface of the water.


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That depends in part on your geography. If you are close to other bodies of water that are inhabited by frogs or toads, you are likely to find tadpoles in your pond. To have tadpoles in your pond, it must either be frequented by frogs or toads or have the eggs transported to the pond in some other way. The presence of tadpoles in a pond also depends on the pond itself. Shallow water on the margins of the pond with good vegetative cover provides favorable conditions for tadpoles. The water quality in the pond must also be conducive to aquatic life for tadpoles to survive.


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