At the tip of a gently curved leaf, a tinkling leaf-runner appears like a little secret kept by nature. Its small, slender body is enveloped in contrasting colors. Red, black, and yellow blend beautifully in one frame. See the red, like a small ember glowing amidst the lush green. The black on its abdomen makes it appear serene, like a silent night. Its soft yellow legs resemble the first rays of sunlight rising over the eastern horizon. Nature truly is a master at painting every detail of this insect's body, making it a tiny creature that is not only alive but also radiates an incredibly captivating beauty.
The wind whispers softly, shaking the leaf it rests on, but the insect doesn't waver at all. It stands there calmly, as if it already knows that life is in constant motion. It stands there calmly, not resisting the swaying in the slightest, simply gripping the leaf tightly, balancing its body in time with the wind's rhythm. What this insect does may seem simple, but it is actually extraordinary and full of meaning. It was all felt by a calm heart and eyes that were willing to stop for a moment to look at it.
| Latin name | Homoeoxipha lycoides |
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| Observation date | 20 Apr, 2026 |
| Camera used | realme 7 Pro |
| Photographers |  |
| Location | Aceh, Indonesia |
| Link to original community |
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https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/351368541
| Latitude | Longitude | Map |
|---|---|---|
| 4.695135 | 96.7493993 | https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=4.695135&mlon=96.7493993 |
