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This Leaf-footed bug (Family Coreidae) was about 4 cm long. He was missing one hind leg on his left side and a mesothoracic leg on the right side. Must have been in some trouble, but survived.
Tropical forest, dry season, Chorreadero Park, 10 km above Chiapa de Corzo, Chiapas, Mexico.
Spotted on Nov 21, 2012
Submitted on Nov 26, 2012
5 Comments
Reduvidae?
You're right, they are remarkably similar and must have some genetic connection. Your Australian species doesn't have the "leaf" development of the hind leg though.
Amazing isn't it... other side of the planet.. possibly not closely related... so similar in appearance... http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/164...
Argy Bee, you're right, and this one is only 4 legged!
Oh.. hang on I think I've got one with 6 legs... :)