Photographic Print : Green Tortoise Beetle (Cassida viridis) larva, with protective droppings, Spain, may
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Green Tortoise Beetle (Cassida viridis) larva, with protective droppings, Spain, may
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 6544531
© FLPA/Roger Tidman
Beetle Beetles Covered Covering Dropping Droppings Dung Iberia Iberian Larva Larvae Leaf Beetle Leaf Beetles Muck Protect Protected Protecting Protection Protects Spain Spanish
12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the intricacies of nature with our stunning Media Storehouse Photographic Print of the Green Tortoise Beetle (Cassida viridis) larva, captured in its natural habitat in Spain during May. This mesmerizing image, taken by FLPA/Roger Tidman from FLPA Images, showcases the larva's unique defense mechanism - protective droppings. Add this captivating print to your collection and bring the beauty of the natural world into your home or office.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 12x8 for landscape images, 8x12 for portrait images.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.4cm x 19cm (12" x 7.5")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Little Pooperhero - The Green Tortoise Beetle Larva in Action!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this hilarious snapshot captured by FLPA/Roger Tidman, we witness the incredible defense mechanism of the Green Tortoise Beetle larva. This tiny critter from Spain knows how to protect itself like a true superhero! Meet our hero, covered head to toe in its very own protective droppings. Yes, you heard it right! This clever little beetle larva has found an ingenious way to shield itself from potential predators – by wearing a suit of muck and dung. As spring arrives in Spain, so does the emergence of these remarkable creatures. They roam the leaves with their vibrant green bodies, blending seamlessly into their surroundings. But what sets them apart is their ability to create a unique armor made entirely out of poo! While some might find this behavior repulsive, we can't help but admire the resourcefulness and creativity displayed by these larvae. It's as if they've discovered nature's ultimate disguise - who would dare mess with something that looks like. . . well. . . poop? So next time you stumble upon a leafy resident adorned with mysterious droppings in Spain or anywhere else across Europe, remember that appearances can be deceiving! These seemingly unassuming beetles are actually masters at protecting themselves while providing us all with a good laugh.
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