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Hi! I like bugs and things that is bugs. I decide what things is bugs.

#finally #a real intro post on the bugs blog #i can rest in peace now

plaguedocboi

Is crabs bug?

Depends on the size. For instance, this is Bug

But this? This is a dog or some sort of dragon maybe

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all crabs is bugs to me but some crabs are more carboniferouspilled bugscore than others

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this is my professional and correct academic opinion btw

plaguedocboi

Is crabs bug?

Depends on the size. For instance, this is Bug

But this? This is a dog or some sort of dragon maybe

fleshenjoyer

@is-it-bugs

is-it-bugs

all crabs is bugs to me but some crabs are more carboniferouspilled bugscore than others

platycryptus

time lapse of a banded sphinx moth caterpillar (Eumorpha fasciatus) devouring a water primrose leaf

(Florida, 9/18/22)

E. fasciatus caterpillars are heavily polymorphic and come in several different color morphs- those stripy rainbow ones are from the same population as the green one.

another neat thing about these guys is that most caterpillars drown easily, but since water primrose (Ludwigia) usually grows in standing water, E. fasciatus caterpillars have a propensity for swimming and are often seen wriggling their way through lakes when they need to come ashore to pupate.

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I love these

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I LOVE BUGS

Reblog if you want a BUG in your inbox with or without the scientific name and a fun fact

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hi yes please

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Abbott's Sphinx Moth: this caterpillar has a false eye located on its rump, and it includes features that mimic the pupil, iris, and reflection spot of a vertebrate's eye

The scientific name of this species is Sphecodina abbottii, but it's commonly known as abbott's sphinx moth. As a caterpillar, it has a peculiar appearance, with bright green or brown markings and a single prominent eyespot on its rump. When the caterpillar is pinched or poked, it also squeaks and bites at the attacker.

As this article describes:

Final instar caterpillars come in two color forms. The brown color form has longitudinal streaks of light and dark brown mimicking the color of a woody vine. The green form has on each abdominal segment a large, pale green, saddle-shaped spot on the upper side and a similar smaller spot on each side. The pattern is said to mimic a bunch of unripe grapes. Both forms have a black, raised, eye-like knob on the eighth abdominal segment, complete with a small white spot mimicking reflected light.

The fully-developed moths also have a unique appearance -- they're ash-grey/blue with streaks of pink and black.

This species can be found throughout the eastern United States and southern Canada.

Sources & More Info:

Encyclopedia of Life: Sphecodina abbottii

Minnesota Seasons: Abbott's Sphinx Moth

Insect Identification: Abbott's Sphinx Moth

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: Saukeville Field Station

University of Minnesota Garden Extension: Abbott's Sphinx

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@unfairlyfallen

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IT'S PRECIOUS.

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this is a snake, not bugs

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Naryciodes Caterpillars: these caterpillars have gummy-like bodies with features that mimic the appearance of a snail; they even have appendages that resemble eyestalks, but they're actually located on the caterpillar's rump

The scientific name of this species is Naryciodes posticalis. It belongs to the Limacodidae family of moths, which are commonly known as slug moths, thanks to the gelatinous, slug-like appearance of their larvae. That name seems a little ironic in this case, because Naryciodes posticalis actually mimics a snail.

Above: Naryciodes posticalis caterpillar

The caterpillar has a bulge in the center of its body, with colorful markings that form three concentric layers. These features mimic the appearance of a snail's shell, which may help to deter predators. It also has a pair of short, stubby appendages that resemble eyestalks, but they're located at the back of the caterpillar's body.

Above: this photo shows the underside of the caterpillar's body, with its mouth slightly visible on the right

This species is found only in Japan.

Despite my best efforts, I couldn't find any other information about these strange little creatures, and I get the sense that the entire genus is poorly studied.

Above: close-up of the caterpillar's head

Sources & More Info:

iNaturalist: Naryciodes posticalis

Zootaxa: A New Species of Naryciodes from Korea

Keishu's Insect Encyclopedia: Broad-Leaved Moth

bogleech

WHAT

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don't be fooled!! this is an bug

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Naryciodes Caterpillars: these caterpillars have gummy-like bodies with features that mimic the appearance of a snail; they even have appendages that resemble eyestalks, but they're actually located on the caterpillar's rump

The scientific name of this species is Naryciodes posticalis. It belongs to the Limacodidae family of moths, which are commonly known as slug moths, thanks to the gelatinous, slug-like appearance of their larvae. That name seems a little ironic in this case, because Naryciodes posticalis actually mimics a snail.

Above: Naryciodes posticalis caterpillar

The caterpillar has a bulge in the center of its body, with colorful markings that form three concentric layers. These features mimic the appearance of a snail's shell, which may help to deter predators. It also has a pair of short, stubby appendages that resemble eyestalks, but they're located at the back of the caterpillar's body.

Above: this photo shows the underside of the caterpillar's body, with its mouth slightly visible on the right

This species is found only in Japan.

Despite my best efforts, I couldn't find any other information about these strange little creatures, and I get the sense that the entire genus is poorly studied.

Above: close-up of the caterpillar's head

Sources & More Info:

iNaturalist: Naryciodes posticalis

Zootaxa: A New Species of Naryciodes from Korea

Keishu's Insect Encyclopedia: Broad-Leaved Moth

bogleech

WHAT

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behold the squeaker (sound on for instant smiles)

eren-t22

Limbo wouldn’t let go of my hand so I had to hold him for 15 mins while he ate 😂

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A BABY!!!!!!

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awewrthugrytuhfgrhyyrt bug

bearie

i forget baby bugs don't really exist not in the way i want them too anywYs. i was like how come ive never seen a baby beetle i bet theyre soo cute and then i googled and i was like oh right. grub

owlyfisher

grasshopper nymph.

c-rowlesblogs

hey, don’t cry— grasshopper nymph, okay?

hapalopus

Bugs with complete metamorphosis (beetles, butterflies, antlions, wasps) typically have 'grubs', while bugs with incomplete metamorphosis have 'baby bugs'. Examples include (but aren't limited to) mantises, crickets, roaches, stink bugs, stick bugs, and treehoppers