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Leaf-footed Bug

Leptiglossus sp.

Photo by JosephBullock
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

This insect was a real mover. It is about 3 cm long. It has a shield on it's back and an arrow. Large strong legs.

Habitat:

Small plants in the meadows here.

Notes:

He didn't keep still and wanted to hide away from the nosy photographer. This looks like a leaf-footed bug on BugGuide.com. though it seems a little thinner. It could also be an assassin bug.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (4)
JosephBullock
Cool! I wasn't sure what type of insect it was when I took the photo. In fact until I became aware of Project Noah I had many pictures of insects, flowers, plants and bird's that were a puzzle to me. Books are so expensive on the flora and fauna of Madagascar and probably many other countries. Thanks for your spottings and comments and ID's AshishNimkar and other Project Noah friends.
Ashish
Yes in India too seen..!!
JosephBullock
Isn't it amazing to see similar looking insects 1/2 way around the world?

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PublishedJuly 10, 2011

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