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Broad-striped Forceptail Male - Obelisking Pose - Aphylla angustifolia - male
Copyright © 2008 rkcamper

Broad-striped Forceptail Male - Obelisking Pose - Aphylla angustifolia - Male
Houston - Spring Branch Area, Harris County, Texas, USA
July 21, 2008
Size: Approx. 2.5"
Although primarily coastal, a male and female Broad-striped Forceptail seem to have established residency in my driveway plant nursery. Very shy but can be approached with caution.
Contributed by rkcamper on 22 August, 2008 - 5:32pm

Nice, I have to keep my eyes
Nice, I have to keep my eyes open. I live in Spring Branch too..
I've found a number of unique critters in the yard.
… Arlon, 22 August, 2008 - 5:51pm

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