No. 3 The Water Cricket
This insect lives upon small flies, etc., whose blood it sucks in a manner similar to that of the land spider. It runs upon the water and darts upon its prey while struggling on the surface. In the summer months it is provided with wings.
Body.—Orange mohair, spun on black silk, and ribbed with black silk.
Legs and Wings.—A black cock’s hackle. This fly is always made buzz. The wings are very transparent.