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Fulgorid planthopper

Copidocephala guttata

Photo by Ozbird
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Description:

We were watching a movie at night when we noticed a big red insect close to the light bulb. When I went to take a closer look, I was surprised about how beautiful this creature is and took some pictures. We don't know what it is so we're hoping someone here can help us to identify!

Species ID Suggestions

Fulgorid Planthopper

Copidocephala guttata

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SG in CR
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Comments (11)
Ozbird
Thank you very much for the nomination Fyn :) And thank you Gilma!!
Fyn Kynd
Your spotting has been nominated for the Spotting of the Week. The winner will be chosen by the Project Noah Rangers based on a combination of factors including: uniqueness of the shot, status of the organism (for example, rare or endangered), quality of the information provided in the habitat and description sections. There is a subjective element, of course; the spotting with the highest number of Ranger votes is chosen. Congratulations on being nominated!
Ozbird
Thank you Mark and Cindy! Cindy, it's added ;)
CindyBinghamKeiser
What a beauty! Please consider adding to the global mission, The Hoppers: http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/8096480
Ozbird
Thank you Gilma! Hehe yes, Pura vida it is!!!!
Ozbird
Thank you Kyle a for the nice comment. Thx Leuba for the compliment and suggestion and thank you Sigg for the ID!!!
Leuba Ridgway
I believe you've got a Lantern Bug ( Family: Fulgoridae), like this one on flickr https://www.flickr.com/photos/andresmoline/13570685563/ Attractive bug indeed and a great photo, Pieter !
Kyle A
Nice pic. Great story. Thanks for sharing.

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