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Leaf Footed Bug

Acanthocephala declivis

Photo by Shaina
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Field Notes

Description:

A small greyish bug, with remarkably wide, leaflike back legs and a horny spined black. It likes to fly and jump fairly long distances. The body is about the length of a quarter.

Habitat:

Wetland forest, found about 4' up on some leafy branches.

Species ID Suggestions

Leaf-footed bug

Family Coreidae
oxyjack
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Leaf-footed bug

Acanthocephala sp.

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KarenL
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Leaf-footed bug

Acanthocephala declivis

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oxyjack
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Comments (4)
oxyjack
Based on the coloration and hind leg shape, I'd go with Acanthocephala declivis
KarenL
Great photos! Possible Acanthocephala femorata http://bugguide.net/node/view/270109
EmilyMarino
I want to know what these guys are too! We have them here in Colorado! They are pretty docile. I find them in my house from time to time and just throw them outside! The first shot is wonderful! They kind of have cute faces...

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PublishedMarch 16, 2012

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