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| Whip Spider sp. (Phrynidae sp.) (Other insects and Spiders) 25104 | |
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343
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2019-06-27 Cueva Tampumacchay, Los Ortices, Colima, Mexico Ancient-looking creature living inside the cave. One pair of legs are specially long and probably used as a sensor in the darkness. If feeling threatened they spray out a mild acid, why it is a good idea to see where you put your hands. |
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344
(1 photos)
2019-06-27 Cueva Tampumacchay, Los Ortices, Colima, Mexico Another individual than 343. With very long sensory legs and much paler. Including the long legs this animal probably measured close to 30 cm. |