Sunday, August 18, 2013

Striped Toktokkie (Psamodes pondersus)

Family Tenebrionidae
Adults tap out rhythms on the ground with their rear ends to locate and attract mates. They are flightless and run fast. A large beetle 24mm in length.
Info: Field Guide to South African Insects
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2 comments:

Gaelyn said...

What an interesting way to communicate.

August 18, 2013 at 8:56 AM
Diane said...

I had forgotten all about toktokkies, love your photos. Have a great week. Diane

August 18, 2013 at 1:56 PM

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