I never noticed those extra two red little eyes, I'm guess they are ocelli. I was reading that some bugs only have 2, as opposed to bees and flies that have 3 so they can maneuver better when they fly.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Unlucky Box Elder, Lucky for me
I found this guy in my door jamb, he had obviously had a mishap, but I think his red body showing is beautiful.
I never noticed those extra two red little eyes, I'm guess they are ocelli. I was reading that some bugs only have 2, as opposed to bees and flies that have 3 so they can maneuver better when they fly.
I never noticed those extra two red little eyes, I'm guess they are ocelli. I was reading that some bugs only have 2, as opposed to bees and flies that have 3 so they can maneuver better when they fly.
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