Torpedo Bug by NightGallery
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Description
Species Siphanta acuta - Torpedo Bug
I remember seeing these things as a kid. But this is the first time I have seen one since my Macro-photog has started.
Was pretty happy to find this little guy on the lemon tree and get some good shots of it.
Info on the name:
Latin acutus 'sharp' (probably refers to the sharply-pointed wingtips).
The common name refers to the leaping ability of nymphs (mature nymphs can leap as far as 60 cm)
-Bug Guide
Thanks for looking and kind comments.
-Bruce
Comments (18)
netot
Wow, Bruce, this image is awesome. I like the sharpness of the face. The eye is fantastic and the texture is so. You found a new way to play with these old friends.
kgb224
Wonderful capture my friend. God Bless.
miztere
superb shot!
whaleman
Fantastic shot!
neoexcello
What a cool shot. Great eye....both you and the bug. I think it's what we call a leaf-hopper....but maybe not....I certainly never got such a good look at one.
durleybeachbum
Fabulous pic, Bruce! A triumph!
Katraz
super macro,perfect focus and detail.
spiegel428
Really great shot. He looks like a grumpy leaf. I gotta say that the part about the nymphs jumping around gives me the creeps. I prefer my insects stationary.
angora
what a cutie... most brilliant shot!!!
mairekas
WOW! Fantastic closeup!!!
frieder
Nice sharp details. very well done.
NightGallery
@ neoexcello... It is a type of Leafhopper indeed.
Chipka
Wonderful! I'm rather depressed by the fact that I don't see these gorgeous little people as much as I once did. Oh, but when I do, it's an experience to remember and I'm quite happy that this one cooperated enough for you to get so wonderful a photo. Don't they just have the cutest faces!? This is incredibly well done.
tommorules
Fantastic macro. I've never seen this creature before; Darwinism in action for sure. The eye is amazing; great focus.
ia-du-lin
excellent insect shot, great colors and details
thecytron
Stunningly beautiful!
Blush
What a wild looking insect He looks sturdy built for a bug.... Nice green color...and nice close up shot Never saw or heard of one until now and they are some jumpers now aren't they.... get them and the mexican jumping beans together wonder who would win LOL??? Nice to meet you as well..........this is a fav Hope you come visit me.........I got up a newbie for eekdogs birthday Susan~
praep
Great portrait of this unusual bug.