Thursday, August 23, 2012

Perfect mimesis! (Best seen large!)

Axel_ has added a photo to the pool:

Perfect mimesis! (Best seen large!)

This hopper - seen in the Mojave desert - is a perfect example of what biologist call "mimesis" or "camouflage". The insect mimics sand and little stones and seems to disappear with the ground.

Mojave Desert, California, USA.



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