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05-JUN-2012 Christine Hanrahan

Pale green weevil (Polydrusus impressifrons)

This pretty brilliantly green leaf-eating weevil was accidentally introduced into North America in the early years of the 20th century. It has since spread across the continent. However, it rarely does much damage, particularly in natural areas and greenspaces, such as the area where I found this (and many others).

Canon PowerShot SX20 IS
1/400s f/2.8 at 5.0mm iso100 full exif

other sizes: small medium large original auto
Janet Forjan-Freedman06-Jun-2012 12:04
The colour and texture are very well captured on this exotic insect!
Stephanie06-Jun-2012 09:40
Cute little fella! But weevil's give me the willies! V
Graeme06-Jun-2012 09:10
Beautiful close up details, Christine.BV
Guest 06-Jun-2012 06:52
Well captured beautiful green weevil
Kay06-Jun-2012 05:01
I've been looking at the detail you've captured. How fascinating to enlarge the image and see the detail of various parts of this little weevil. V
joseantonio06-Jun-2012 04:25
You have a good eye for these little creatures. Well done
Hank Vander Velde06-Jun-2012 03:01
Wow! Christine, you sure find the most fascinating little subjects and in the process giving us a better understanding of these little creatures. Great shot and info. Thank you for sharing your fast knowledge of these little subjects.
Guest 06-Jun-2012 02:39
An emerald jewel, so lovely a color against the gray
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