FlaSoxxJim Posted July 23, 2004 Share Posted July 23, 2004 Looks as if someone chopped off the head of a lobster and sewed it onto the body of a grasshopper. This nuclear mutation is truly an abomination of nature. While I don't have extensive knowledge of insects, I searched for pictures which fit 1549's description from Starship Troopers. Praying Mantis: http://news.bbc.co.uk/olmedia/1930000/imag...5_mantis300.jpg Unknown Beetle: http://www.sheepmania.com/nat/insect/coleo...1_26b_large.jpg Unknown Insect http://www.sheepmania.com/nat/insect/hemip...a_04_01_26.html First off Flash, should we be concerned that you are familiar with a website called "Sheep Mania" Those are some beauties, though. If DHABO was the man with the mystery insect I'd say we might be in the neighborhood, since I think Jerrawa Creek is in Australia. The site's ACCURATE use of the term 'bug' (a member of Order Hemiptera with mouthparts adapted for sucking rather than biting or chewing) is a refreshing change though. That mantis as also georgous, probably too high class for Jersey though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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