Praying Mantis Photo in Belize
We found this Mantis hanging out on the porch after a rain storm. Pretty cool!
Close up insect photography
Insects of Belize: Praying Mantis Photography
Bug Photo Close Up
Alien Insect
We come in peace Earthlings
Termite nest on Mango tree in Belize
This year we trimmed back a Mango tree so our Avocado tree could get some sun. In the wake of our cutting, these termites decided to make a nest and attempt to finish off the job. Notice how fast the Mango has grown back in 3 months!
Termites at work in the jungle. Sorry for breaking up the party guys
Normally the termites would be inside their nest. However, we just disturbed the outside to expose the insects for a photo. Plus, tour guides in Belize say the termites taste like carrots. We had to try it out for ourselves!
Termites taste a little like carrots, but I taste peppermint
I did not taste carrots. Instead, the termite had a peppermint flavor. Maybe it was wishful thinking? I never cared much for carrots. Maybe we will save a couple of bucks and start using termite toothpaste? Don’t worry, Lower Dover Jungle Lodge is not that eco-friendly…yet! Do a jungle hike at Lower Dover and taste the termites yourself!
Close up photo inside of termite nest
Termite photography in Belize
Termites tunneling through wood and making a nest of wood pulp
Stink Bug in Belize.
When we originally saw this bug, we thought it was a beetle. However, we submitted the pictures to http://www.whatsthatbug.com/, and we were informed it is a stink bug in the family Pentatomidae, but they couldn’t pin point the species. The good news was it didn’t stink, and it had very vibrant colors.
Stink Bug in Belize.
If you know the type of bug, please let us know in the comments.
Stink Bug in Belize
Stink Bug in Belize.
Bumble Bee and friend at Lower Dover
Lower Dover Field Journal 