The colours of animals : their meaning and use, especially considered in the case of insects (1890)
Poulton, Edward Bagnall, Sir, 1856-1943 · New York : D. Appleton · leaf 102
74 THE COLOURS OF ANIMALS species of Ceratias) the foremost tentacle bears a luminous organ which is suspended as a lure in front of the mouth.* The prey are attracted by the light into this convenient position for effecting their capture. An Indian Mantis (Hymenopus bicornis) feeds upon other… … Fig. 17. — Hymenopus bicornis in active pupa stage. shape and pink colour. The apparent petals are the flattened legs of the insect. The appearance of the Mantis in the active pupa stage is shown in fig. 17. The figure has been copied from a drawing sent by * A. Giinther, CJiallenger Beports, vol.…
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