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Adult thrips on leaf showing characteristic silvering of leaf surface due to their feeding activities. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Adult thrips on leaf showing characteristic silvering of leaf surface due to their feeding activities. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4561
Adult thrips on leaf showing characteristic silvering of leaf surface due to their feeding activities
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Terebrantia
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Leafy Bling: When Thrips Turn Fashionistas in South Africa!". In this print by Alan Weaving, we witness a leaf like no other. ASW-4561 showcases the glamorous world of adult thrips as they flaunt their unique sense of style on a leaf in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape. These tiny fashion-forward insects have left their mark on the plant's surface, creating an exquisite silvering effect that can only be attributed to their feeding activities. As members of the thysanoptera order, these wildlife trendsetters belong to the terebrantia family. From young larvae to fully-grown grubs, these African beauties know how to make an entrance! While some may consider them pests due to their damaging tendencies towards plants and shrubs, it's hard not to appreciate their artistic touch when admiring this stunning photograph. With each delicate step they take across the leaf's surface, these fashionable thrips leave behind a trail of shimmering elegance. It's almost as if they're attending an insect-exclusive red carpet event! So next time you find yourself strolling through nature or tending your garden in South Africa, keep an eye out for these fabulous creatures who effortlessly transform leaves into works of art. And remember – even pests can have impeccable taste!
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