Picasso Moth
The species name hieroglyphica refers to the striking geometric lines and shapes on this moth’s fore wings. Perhaps the shapes resemble a red insect head with antennae and legs
Red spotted jewel beetle
This beautiful beetle is endemic to coastal Western Australia, where larvae live in soil and feed on the roots of myrtle shrubs for up to 15 years
Claudina butterfly
This rainforest butterfly has vivid crimson patches on its upper wings, but its underwings are arguably even more spectacular.
Violin beetle
The shape of its body has been compared to a guitar or violin, and if viewed side on, appears to be completely flat.
Green milkweed grasshopper
This large African grasshopper secretes a noxious fluid from the thorax when alarmed. The fluid is derived from the poisonous milkweed plants upon which it feeds as an immature nymph or adult.
Gray's leaf insect
The species derives its name from females’ large, leathery forewings veins, which closely resemble the veins of leaves, affording them superb camouflage abilities.
Papuan green weevil
Though brightly colored, their coloration is in fact a form of camouflage, combining the tropical blue sky, lush green of vegetation and darkness of tropical rainforests.
Metallic tachinid fly
As its scientific name suggests, this fly has a striking, metallic blue sheen. Its abdomen is clothed in long, stout, erect bristles.