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Leaf-Hopper Nymph

Leaf-Hopper Nymph

Photo by NeilHarris
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

The Leaf Hopper Nymph diet consists of sap from a wide and diverse range of plants. The excess sugar and water is extruded as silky waste from behind.

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Comments (3)
Jason Alexander
Amazing! Great macro shot! Maybe you can edit the scientific name with the order or the family, if you don't know what exactly what species is this..
lori.tas
Extremely cool insect, and an excellent shot.
Carolina
Wow! What an incredible creature!
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PublishedMarch 22, 2011

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