Horse Lubber Grasshopper

aka ~ Taeniopoda eques

So we're hanging out, watching soccer, and my FIL brings in this HUGE grasshopper for me to see. I've never seen one this big. After doing some research, when they feel threatened their wings turn hot pink. He was absolutely beautiful & disgusting, all at the same time.
I've always been intrigued by bugs & all the varieties that there are. It's amazing how many bugs that are indigenous just to Florida.

"I am learning all the time. The tombstone will be my diploma." ~ Eartha Kitt

Today I am thankful for Sunday family dinners, they're the best!