10 Animals that defy gravity by walking on water

1. Water strider. These insects have long legs that allow them to skate across the surface of water

2. Water spider. These spiders can also walk on water, thanks to their water-resistant hairs.  

3. Basilisk. This lizard is also known as the "Jesus Christ lizard" because of its ability to run on water. 

4. Common loon. This bird is known for its ability to dive underwater for long periods of time. 

5. Northern water snake. This snake is found in North America and is known for its ability to swim and dive.  

6. African penguin. These penguins are found in South Africa and are excellent swimmers and divers

7. Common frog. These frogs are found in many parts of the world and are known for their ability to swim and jump. 

8. Water boatman. These insects are found in freshwater habitats and are known for their ability to skate across the surface of water. 

9. Megaloprepus coerulescens. This insect is also known as the "giant water bug" and is found in Central and South America.

10. Hydrophis cyanocinctus. This snake is also known as the "blue coral snake" and is found in Southeast Asia.