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Monkeyhopper

possible Homeomastax sp

Photo by LarryGraziano
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

this insect is about 1.75" round. This is the second and last time I spotted this speciman. Fortunately the photo was spot on.

Habitat:

Tropical wet forest in Sw Costa Rica less than a mile to the ocean.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (12)
LarryGraziano
Gracias Jonathan! Seguro los ha visto. Por suerte la foto salio bien!
LarryGraziano
I am so glad you enjoyed seeing this amazing creature Louisa!
Louisa
That is amazing! Beautiful photo as well!
LarryGraziano
thanks Arvin...this is one of the most beautiful creatures I have seen in person.

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El Color Rojo
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Paso Pacifico Survey
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The Color Blue
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2012 Best Wildlife Photo
Mission
Insects of Costa Rica
Photographed
PublishedAugust 11, 2012

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