Golden Tortoise Beetle on Leaf

A golden tortoise beetle with a translucent shell and black spots rests on a green leaf, illuminated by soft, natural light.

Macro photography of a golden tortoise beetle with translucent shell and black spots on a leaf in Virginia, soft natural backlight See more

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