Bush cricket shedding its skin C013 / 8863
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Bush cricket shedding its skin C013 / 8863
Bush cricket (family Tettigoniidae) shedding its skin. Photographed in the Jama Coaque Reserve, Manabi Province, Western Ecuador
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Media ID 9200411
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Amazon Rainforest Amazonian Arthropod Arthropods Bush Cricket Ecdysis Ecuador Ecuadorean Ecuadorian Entomological Insects Jama Coaque Reserve Katydid Manabi Province Moulting Orthoptera Orthopteran Orthopterans Rain Forest Rainforest Shedding South America South American Tettigoniidae Tropic Tropics Western Ecuador
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This print captures a mesmerizing moment in the life of a bush cricket (family Tettigoniidae) as it sheds its skin. Taken in the lush Jama Coaque Reserve, located in Manabi Province, Western Ecuador, this image showcases the intricate process of moulting that these fascinating insects undergo. The vibrant rainforest backdrop serves as a perfect setting for this natural phenomenon to unfold. As the bush cricket delicately peels away its old exoskeleton, we witness nature's incredible ability to renew and transform itself. This act of shedding represents growth and adaptation within the animal kingdom. With its striking green coloration and elongated body, this particular species of orthoptera stands out amidst the dense foliage. Its presence reminds us of the rich biodiversity found in South America's tropical ecosystems. Photographed by DR MORLEY READ/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, this image not only highlights the beauty of this specific insect but also celebrates the wonders of entomology and zoology. It invites us to appreciate Earth's smallest creatures and their vital role within our ecosystem. Whether you are an avid biologist or simply captivated by nature's marvels, this print is sure to inspire awe and curiosity about our planet's diverse wildlife.
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