Wednesday, 5 September 2012

The Beautiful Golden Tortoise Beetle

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The Golden Tortoise Beetle is a widely distributed North American insect with a typical size of 5 -7 mm. Recognizable by their golden colour, they have the ability to change colours when disturbed. This color change is accomplished by microscopic valves controlling the moisture levels under the shell. Their preferred food are Morning Glory leaves.

Here's a gallery of the Golden Tortoise Beetle.

(thanks Miss Rare)

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