I have never seen anything like what I came across this morning. I was exploring the vacant lot next door to our house and came across this insect. At first glance, I thought maybe a grasshopper but than I came in for a closer look. The insect had a green body and legs of a spider. Now has anyone ever seen a green spider before? Not me! So I took a picture of it.
I hope everyone enjoys this fine little creature as much as I do. It gave me much pleasure this morning. One more thing, I believe that it is staying put because it is guarding a nest of eggs. As I got closer I could see the webing wrapped around the area.
Take note of the unique markings that it has. Just absolutely beautiful.
Keep a joyful spirit.
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I hope folks click on that picture and enlarge it...it's a great shot of a really cool looking spider. I'll try to see if I can get an ID of it for you.
I think it is a Green Lynx:
http://www.whatsthatbug.com/2008/11/06/green-lynx-spider-eats-bumble-bee/
Thank you SwampAngel for the identification of this insect and for the website.
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