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Flag Footed Bug

Anisocelis flavolineata

Description:

It uses its "Flag" legs to cheat any possible threat into believing that these apendix are the real body. You often find specimens missing one leg. When in danger the body will stay still while moving the legs slowly to distract any attack from vital organs.

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6 Comments

Diaz José Miguel
Diaz José Miguel 7 years ago

Thanks to all of you guys!

BonnieLewis
BonnieLewis 7 years ago

Amazing! Gorgeous shot!

Michael Strydom
Michael Strydom 7 years ago

Really great find.

LaurenZarate
LaurenZarate 7 years ago

So beautiful!

Diaz José Miguel
Diaz José Miguel 7 years ago

Thank you stephanie

Stephanie R.
Stephanie R. 7 years ago

This is a very interesting looking insect, Diaz. Beautiful pictures!

Diaz José Miguel
Spotted by
Diaz José Miguel

Cartago, Costa Rica

Spotted on May 2, 2016
Submitted on May 2, 2016

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