Ocean Beach Tiger Beetle Larva Escapes From Danger by Rolling Like a Wheel
The larva of the Ocean Beach Tiger Beetle (Cicindela dorsalis media) escapes from danger by rolling like a wheel. Neww Scientist reports that when the larva is threatened it leaps into the air, curves into a ball and rolls away with assistance from the wind. Take a look:
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