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Phymata sp.
Curious looking insect found on my leg while walking amongst long grass near a forest. The insect is a beautiful mimic, which would blend in nicely when on grass. The two frontal legs were long, and were similar to the front arms of a lobster.
Long grass in shady area.
Curious looking insect found on my leg while walking amongst long grass near a forest.
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Oh, well, thanks!
Thank you Braulio! The insect was standing on a table in photos one, two and five. My hand on three, and a flower on four.
Awesome colours!
But where was standing in the first photo?
Thanks, Mayra!
Excellent macro!!
Thanks Lindsey!
Glad to help.
Thanks Cindy!
Nice spotting and series!
You nailed it Dan, BugGuide says it is the nymph of a Jagged Ambush bug, and it will grow wings as it ages.
Thanks! It has no wings, is that a male/female thing?
Cool! Looks a bit like this but might be different.
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/690...