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Leaffooted bugs are so called because of the leaflike shape of their rear legs. But this nymph has them on the FRONT legs. Some sources I found on the internet say this is a Acantocephala sp. nymph, but they aren't very conclusive. I hope someone can tell me if they are right.
Spotted on Dec 14, 2013
Submitted on Dec 16, 2013
3 Comments
Interesting observation, Sergio! Indeed most of the Coreidae has their "flags" at the hindlegs. Another one from Asia:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/42758436@N0...
I agree Luis. Wonderful spotting!
This spotting is amazing! I've never seen the front legs like this. Congrats Sergio.