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Harmonia axyridis 4th instar larva, Heesch, Netherlands Extreme macro of the 4th larva phase of this omnipresent ladybug. I managed to stack this one whilst alive, as they are relatively immobile once settled. Perhaps it finds confidence in its spiky defense. Extreme Macro,Harmonia axyridis,WeMacro Click/tap to enlarge Promoted

Harmonia axyridis 4th instar larva, Heesch, Netherlands

Extreme macro of the 4th larva phase of this omnipresent ladybug. I managed to stack this one whilst alive, as they are relatively immobile once settled. Perhaps it finds confidence in its spiky defense.

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    Patomarazul
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    Interesting and excellent macro! ...Was it defecating or is it some sort of gland at the rear end? Posted 5 years ago
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      Ferdy Christant
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      Thanks, Marta! I had the same question myself, I suspect it is excreting waste, but not 100% sure yet. Posted 5 years ago

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The Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle

"Harmonia axyridis", most commonly known as the harlequin, multicoloured Asian, or Asian ladybeetle, is a large coccinellid beetle. This is one of the most variable species in the world, with an exceptionally wide range of colour forms.

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Uploaded Jun 27, 2020. Captured May 30, 2020 15:15.
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  • NIKON D850
  • f/1.2
  • 1/100s
  • ISO400
  • 50mm

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