Of all the #Australian #psyllids, Protyora sterculiae (Carsidaridae) is one of my favorites.

Nymphs exudate excess sugars in filaments that go in all directions, almost star-shaped. You can lick them, they're super sweet!

In the 📸: an adult, nymphs and even eggs!

#WildOZ #ozinvert 🧪

I wonder why the Tetragonula carbonaria pollen forager leaves the hive fully laden? Around 39 seconds in.
#Ozinvert #entomology #melipona #stinglessbees

By documenting vulnerable species such as these, we acknowledge their existence. We can then make a start to protecting them and their fragile habitats.

#biodiversity #conservation #cavecontent #ozinvert #spider