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Ranatra

noun
Ran·​a·​tra | \ ˈranə‧trə\

Definition of Ranatra

: a genus of elongate very slender bugs (family Nepidae) with long slender legs the first pair of which is fitted for seizing prey in the manner of a mantis

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