Sunday, February 21, 2010

Fiji Critter Profile - Leaf Insect

I spotted this amazing Leaf Insect crawling around the bushes just beyond our deck. It was pretty good size, about the size of an actual leaf in fact, maybe 2.5 to 3 inches (6-8 cm). Deborah and I agree it’s one of the most remarkable little critters we’ve ever seen. Incredible detailing in the “leaf veins.” Evolution comes up with some astounding solutions to the question of camouflage.







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