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Copyright © 2006 Ron Hemberger

"It was self-defense," said the Whatzit. - Apiomerus californicus
Riley Wilderness Park, Coto De Caza, Orange County, California, USA
September 20, 2006
Three seconds later, Whatzit has detached and continues to backpeddle. His foe remains stationary.

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Contributed by Ron Hemberger on 21 September, 2006 - 9:46pm
Last updated 28 June, 2009 - 9:18pm

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