Slime-shooting worm-like creature crowned Bug of the Year NZ velvet worm, or ngāokeoare, is considered a missing link between worms and insects.

I've never seen this before - its rather lovely.
Purple creepy crawly - a missing link between worms and insects - takes out the New Zealand Bug of the Year competition.
#PurpleVelvetBackInVogue #BugOfTheYear #Conservation
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