Bittacus chlorostigma - Kern Canyon Road, Kern County, California, USA April 3, 2016 Size: ~2.5ca
Found in tall grass in oak woodland. This male appeared to be holding a nuptial gift. While clinging to the grass he would briefly flap his wings raising his body as he did this he also began everting tissue on his abdomen; maybe releasing pheromones?
Images of this individual: tag all |