Cochineal insects (Dactylopius coccus) parasitising a Euphorbia sp. plant. This sessile (immobile) insect derives its moisture and nutrients from the

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Cochineal insects (Dactylopius coccus) parasitising a Euphorbia sp. plant. This sessile (immobile) insect derives its moisture and nutrients from the sap of the plant.

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Photo credit: © CLAUDE NURIDSANY & MARIE PERENNOU/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY / Alamy / Afripics
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