Insect Pretend as dead one, but very alive
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Insect on green leaf in the forest; welcome to my blog; below are some photos taken during my adventure visit to the forest of Aye, in the search for nature in this forest , this insect was early spotted on young palm tree leaves, I was trying of captured it; but It took off the place, I have to let follow it up and afterwards, it land on this green leaf, when this insect noticed I was after her she pretend as if dead or something, I laughed within me, as if I am a moron who doesn't know its just a camouflage, I moved closer and captured it, more photos taken are right here below.
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Its good to know you have interest in these beautiful small creatures . This is known as Thanatosis .Many species of insect, when they feel threatened by a potential predator, will display a behaviour known as thanatosis (or playing dead). The insect will often fall to the ground and tuck in any protruding legs or antennae. The insect will remain like this for some time, even when prodded or poked by the predator. Some time after the predator has lost interest the insect will start moving again and make its escape.
And your pics are always amazing ❤️
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It's a natural instinct to pretend dead, esp in the presence of a predator.
Nice picture @davidad
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You always capture an amazing moment
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