Linopodes motatorius
Really small mites, there were a good number on the underside of a large piece of chert on the floor of the woods nearby.
The long front legs are used like feelers and are bounced over the surface ahead of them. They have powerful hind legs that can quickly back them up if the front legs find something they don't like.
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Uploaded on February 3, 2016
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Linopodes motatorius
Really small mites, there were a good number on the underside of a large piece of chert on the floor of the woods nearby.
The long front legs are used like feelers and are bounced over the surface ahead of them. They have powerful hind legs that can quickly back them up if the front legs find something they don't like.
465
views
3
faves
3
comments
Uploaded on February 3, 2016
Taken on February 2, 2016