Water striders are a type of insect that has mastered the ability to walk on water. The largest member of the family, Gigantometra gigas, takes the skill to a new level in the tropical rainforest of southern China's Hainan Province. They are fast runners on the water, capable of sprinting at two meters per second. Watch this episode to find out the secret that keeps the insect afloat. 

About 'Journeys in Nature': Story of the Tiny Series

In a world full of giants, it is the small that have a big impact. Whether it's tiny little bugs the size of a fingernail or creatures that spend most of their time underground, these seemingly insignificant players have long played a remarkable role that the entire ecosystems rely on. Zoom in on the hidden world's great stories and prepare to be amazed by the power of the small in the rainforest of Hainan.

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 1: Poisonous dinner

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 2: Smart protection

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 3: Unique beauty

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 4: The unknown

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 5: Silent fungi world

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 6: Find me if you can

Story of the Tiny Series | Episode 7: Moss land giant

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