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Esperança

Tettigoniidae

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Field Notes

Description:

Master of camouflage, this insect measures about 10cm and has wings in the shape and color of guava leaves.

Habitat:

Sub-tropical rain forest

Notes:

Popular culture says it's a sign of good luck if one of them lands on you.

Reference Links:

Tettigoniidae – Wikipédia, a enciclopédia livre

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