Oak treehoppers have my whole heart. These photos show the difference in size between mamas and their offspring at varying instars. I love them so much. 💛 Mamas stay with their babies throughout their development, protecting them from predators like wasps. Unusual behavior for a bug.
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möther i have not yet grön.
Yes, you are right when you point to the delegation of brood care to other ‘groups’ in the community. But somehow it's the same for me.
Wonderful photos, and very interesting. Have you ever considered therapy? No judgements... just asking.
I hope you realize that I was only joking.
Even the smallest things can have complex relationships.
Enjoy
https://youtu.be/0Sq2gjsysG0
they look so whimsy
usually i hate bugs but i really like this one
In May 2024, I witnessed my third re-emergence of Brood XIX periodical cicadas, and those little babies remind me of them. Are they related species?