It’s been a real long time since my last insect posting. I know most of you prefer feathers and fur to exoskeletons, but I figured it was high time we gave a shout out to our invertebrate friends. And what better bug is there than the giraffe weevil? This guy is native to Madagascar and aptly named as you can see. The males have the long, giraffe-like necks while the females have a much shorter neck. Hope you like it, but if not, tomorrow I promise something much more cuddly.
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It’s been a real long time since my last insect posting. I know most of you prefer feathers and fur to exoskeletons, but I figured it was high time we gave a shout out to our invertebrate friends. And what better bug is there than the giraffe weevil? This guy is native to Madagascar and aptly named as you can see. The males have the long, giraffe-like necks while the females have a much shorter neck. Hope you like it, but if not, tomorrow I promise something much more cuddly.
That is a cool insect!
Congrats on being on Shutterbug Mag!
Thanks Guillermo. It was a surprise to me when I was flipping through the issue.
And you tease by posting a giraffe that is not one I am used to…. Hey how about a panda photo in honor of the new born here in DC!.
Wish I could Mo, but I’ll have to visit China first to get some photos.
Very strange, but good. I’m a fan of insects, so more would please me at least.
Do you know if this is a male or a female?
It’s a male. The female’s neck is much shorter.
EWWW. Yes cuddly tomorrow!!!
however awesome shot!