What is another word for corixidae?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒɹɪksˌɪdiː] (IPA) 
Corixidae is a family of insects commonly known as water boatmen or lesser water boatmen. Synonyms for Corixidae include pond skaters, water striders, and water bugs. Although these names are often used interchangeably, they actually refer to different families of insects. Pond skaters belong to the family Gerridae, water striders to the family Veliidae, and water bugs to the family Belostomatidae. Despite the confusion in nomenclature, Corixidae members are widely recognized for their distinctive physical features and aquatic habits. These small insects dwell in freshwater environments and are often seen skating or diving in ponds, streams, and other bodies of water.
