Southern Regal Moth (Citheronia lobesis) adult, curled up in defensive wasp immitation pose, in cloudforest
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Southern Regal Moth (Citheronia lobesis) adult, curled up in defensive wasp immitation pose, in cloudforest
Southern Regal Moth (Citheronia lobesis) adult, curled up in defensive wasp immitation pose, in cloudforest, Volcan Arenal N.P. Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, August
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9652205
© FLPA/Hugh Lansdown
Central America Central American Cloud Forest Cloud Forests Cloudforest Cloudforests Costa Rica Costa Rican Defence Defences Defensive Lepidoptera Mesoamerica Mesoamerican Mimic Mimics Moth Moths Neotropical Neotropics Pose Poses Posture Postures Province Saturniidae Wasp Wasps Alajuela Arenal Volcano Mimicry Saturniid Silkmoth Silkmoths Volcan Arenal
Nature's Master of Disguise - Southern Regal Moth Strikes a Waspose in Costa Rican Cloudforest!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness the incredible defensive skills of the Southern Regal Moth as it cleverly imitates a wasp to ward off potential predators. This stunning adult moth, known scientifically as Citheronia lobesis, showcases its unique ability to mimic nature's buzzing warriors. Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Volcan Arenal National Park in Alajuela Province, Costa Rica, this cloudforest serves as the perfect backdrop for our protagonist's remarkable pose. With its wings elegantly curled up and body poised like an expert mime artist, this moth effortlessly fools even the most discerning eye. The enchanting world of Costa Rican wildlife never ceases to amaze! As we delve into this mesmerizing image captured by FLPA photographer Hugh Lansdown, we are reminded that Mother Nature is indeed full of surprises. From its intricate patterns and vibrant colors to its uncanny mimicry skills, every aspect of this creature exudes beauty and adaptability. This neotropical arthropod not only blends seamlessly into its surroundings but also demonstrates how survival instincts can be both practical and visually striking. So next time you find yourself exploring Central America's cloud forests or stumbling upon a seemingly ordinary wasp-like insect – take a closer look! It might just be one of these fascinating Southern Regal Moths masquerading in plain sight.
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