Goliath stick insect - female eating moulted leg after ecdysis or moulting. Females can reach 20 cm
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Goliath stick insect - female eating moulted leg after ecdysis or moulting. Females can reach 20 cm
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Goliath stick insect - female eating moulted leg after ecdysis or moulting. Females can reach 20 cm.
Northern Australia
Eurycnema goliath
Densey Clyne / Auscape / ardea.com
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Development Growth Moulting Shedding Skin Stick Insect Stick Insects
Legs for Dinner - The Goliath Stick Insect's Unconventional Feast!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness the extraordinary dining habits of a female Goliath stick insect from Australia. As she emerges from her recent ecdysis or moulting process, she finds herself faced with an unusual delicacy - her own moulted leg! With a voracious appetite and impeccable table manners, this remarkable creature indulges in a peculiar self-serve meal. Measuring up to an impressive 20 cm in length, the Goliath stick insect truly lives up to its name. Its vibrant green body and slender form make it a fascinating subject for wildlife enthusiasts across Australasia. However, it is during moments like these that we get a glimpse into their quirky behavior and unique development. Feeding on shedded skin might seem bizarre to us humans, but for these insects, it serves as both sustenance and growth fuel. This intriguing act showcases the intricate relationship between shedding skin and nourishment in their life cycle. So next time you stumble upon one of nature's most curious creatures munching on its own leftovers, remember that even insects have their culinary quirks!
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