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Waxy planthopper, Cerogenes auricoma, Fulgoridae (Lanternbugs)
Found in Mexico and Central America, these bizarre-looking planthoppers are not afflicted with fungus! This species excretes white and yellow waxy filaments as a by-product of their sucrose-rich diet that build up over time and are thought to provide protection from predators and parasites. These filaments can reach lengths of over eight inches!
Photo 1 by geroherdez , 2 by carlosfunes37, 3 by alan_rockefeller, 4 by mariourrutia, 5 by alanfibio, 6 by diegoman, 7 by huracan, 8 by jmeerman, and 9-10 by diegoman
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