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Planthopper nymph

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Description:

This is an early instar of a Planthopper. The colors ranged from light yellow to light green. These were on most Oak trees I saw in the reserve. Possibly the earlier instar of this nymph found in the same are: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/293846020

Habitat:

Oak woodland

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Comments (5)
CindyBinghamKeiser
Thank you so much beaker98 and Sukanya! I have to say that this is the first time that one of my photographs has elicited that type of response, Sukanya ;) Love it!
SukanyaDatta
Gobsmacked is the nearest word to describe my reaction when I saw this photo. Incredible. Nature is wonderful.

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Southern California Wildlife
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The Hoppers
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Save Our Oaks - San Diego
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
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2014 Best Wildlife Photo

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PublishedMay 8, 2014

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