Here’s a baby bush cricket, probably Carylla proalbifrons or a similar species. Everyone who read The Very Hungry Caterpillar when they were little knows that some insects, like butterflies, undergo a complete metamorphosis. Many other insects, including crickets, undergo an incomplete metamorphosis, from egg to nymph to adult. Nymphs are typically similar in form to adults, although they often don’t have wings. They shed their exoskeleton (molt) in order to grow, and each time they do it, they look more and more like adults.
We only had a couple new backers for our fundraising yesterday, but we’re very grateful for their contributions: CLAEYSSENS and Oswen Corbel.
I know it can be hard enough just to get by in this world, and maybe you’re thinking that you’d love to support the project, if you only had the money. I’ve certainly felt that way. If this sounds familiar, consider contributing $5. In the printed book we will be thanking all backers, regardless of the size of their contribution. If enough people do this it adds up. It also shows that people believe in this project. Do it to get your name in the book and to show that you, your community and your island or country support this project. Thanks!
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