Diploptera punctata(Pacific Beetle Mimic Roach) Nymph
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Diploptera punctata(Pacific Beetle Mimic Roach) Nymph

A nymph of this fairly rare and very interesting roach. These are the only known viviparous roaches, which means they give true live birth. The adults of this species can also create a very strong defensive odor when frightened by releasing potent chemicals called benzoquinones.

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Device
NIKON CORPORATION NIKON D3200
Aperture
ƒ/8
Focal length
55.0 mm
Exposure time
10/600
ISO
100
Filename
DSC_0925 (2).JPG
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434.6 KB
Date taken
Fri, 25 November 2016 9:23 AM
Dimensions
2016px x 1590px

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