Mouse Mat : Spotted Blister Beetle - feeding on flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata). Secretes poisonous liquid from leg joints if handled, blistering human skin. Diurnal. Widespread, in diverse habitats. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Spotted Blister Beetle - feeding on flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata). Secretes poisonous liquid from leg joints if handled, blistering human skin. Diurnal. Widespread, in diverse habitats. Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4407
Spotted Blister Beetle - feeding on flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata).
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Ceroctis capensis
secretes poisonous liquid from leg joints if handled, blistering human skin. Diurnal. Widespread, in diverse habitats.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Beetle Beetles Chemical Defence Coleoptera Colourful Poisonous Pollination South Africa Toxic Warning Colouration Warning Colours Crassulaceae
Mouse Pad
Bring some life into your office, or create a heartfelt gift, with a personalised deluxe Mouse Mat. Made of high-density black foam with a tough, stain-resistant inter-woven cloth cover they will brighten up any home or corporate office.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Product Size is 24.2cm x 19.7cm (9.5" x 7.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
Nature's Little Daredevil - ASW-4407, the Spotted Blister Beetle, Shows Off its Toxic Moves!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Alan Weaving, we catch a glimpse of the incredible world of wildlife in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Meet ASW-4407, a daring member of the coleoptera family known for its striking warning colors and extraordinary chemical defense. Feasting on the vibrant flowers of plakkiebos (Crassula cultrata), this diurnal beetle not only adds a splash of color to our surroundings but also secretes a poisonous liquid from its leg joints if handled. Talk about having some serious self-defense moves! With its aposematic colors serving as an unmistakable signal to potential predators that it means business, ASW-4407 is widely distributed across diverse habitats in South Africa. Its presence reminds us that even in nature's most beautiful creations lies hidden danger. As we admire this colorful creature captured mid-meal, let's appreciate the intricate dance between insects and plants. Not only does ASW-4407 enjoy a tasty pollination snack on these delicate flowers but it also plays an essential role in spreading their seeds far and wide. So next time you stumble upon plakkiebos or any other enchanting flora during your adventures through African landscapes, remember to admire from afar! After all, with ASW-4407 around showcasing its toxic talents and warning coloration like no other insect can – it's
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