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02-JUL-2014 Christine Hanrahan

Widefooted Treehopper nymph (Enchenopa latipes)

A tiny, spiky little thing, tended by its own ant, who here is just out of the photo. Ants protect these guys in return for the sweet honeydew the treehoppers secrete. To see the adult: http://www.pbase.com/laroseforest/image/151152487

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Carl Carbone09-Jul-2014 03:19
He's a little camera shy. Great info!
Karen Stuebing07-Jul-2014 21:07
This little bug is really cute and I can see how he could hop. The symbiotic relationship with the ant is fascinating. V.
MarcViskens07-Jul-2014 18:27
very pretty Christine
Guest 07-Jul-2014 17:18
No way to keep his secretions a secret , it seems. Adorable fellow. V
Helen Betts07-Jul-2014 17:15
As always, another fascinating aspect of nature. Love the detail and color, and such an interesting looking creature. V.
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