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Acanalonia bivittata
Nymphs produce wax from special glands on the abdomen and other parts of the body. These are hydrophobic and help conceal the insects. At a certain point, the wax entirely covers the nymph. Adult females of many families also produce wax which may be used to protect eggs.
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Spotted on Jul 3, 2013
Submitted on Aug 31, 2013
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