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Urodidae Moth Cocoon, Leticia, Colombia The unique mesh cocoon of a Urodidae moth. This structure is semi-open to allow rain to flow through, avoiding the drowning of the pupa. It hangs by a long thread to avoid ants.<br /> <br /> Source and more info: <a href="https://www.amusingplanet.com/2014/08/cocoon-of-urodidae-moth.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.amusingplanet.com/2014/08/cocoon-of-urodidae-moth.html</a> Colombia,Colombia 2024,Geotagged,Leticia,South America,Spring,World Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Urodidae Moth Cocoon, Leticia, Colombia

The unique mesh cocoon of a Urodidae moth. This structure is semi-open to allow rain to flow through, avoiding the drowning of the pupa. It hangs by a long thread to avoid ants.

Source and more info: https://www.amusingplanet.com/2014/08/cocoon-of-urodidae-moth.html

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    Christine Young
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    Whoa! Love it. Posted 5 months ago
    1. View Ferdy Christant's profile
      Ferdy Christant
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      Didn't you help me to identify this based on my travel report? I don't remember, sorry.
      Anyway, glad you love it!       Posted 5 months ago
      1. View Christine Young's profile
        Christine Young
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        I don't think it was me, but don't remember. ;P Posted 5 months ago
        1. View Ferdy Christant's profile
          Ferdy Christant
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          Me neither hehe. Posted 5 months ago
          1. View Christine Young's profile
            Christine Young
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            Feeling old? Posted 5 months ago
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              Ferdy Christant
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              Had an answer but forgot it. Posted 5 months ago

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Uploaded Apr 1, 2025. Captured Oct 11, 2024 19:38 in 677GV2MX+52.
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  • NIKON D850
  • f/16.0
  • 1/250s
  • ISO100
  • 105mm