Ventral surface of an immature leafhopper. The insect walks primarily using the first two pair of legs. The last pair remain in the position seen above and don't assist much in moving around. They are powerful jumping legs that quickly remove the insect from danger. By remaining in the "launch" position at all times they can react more quickly- milliseconds in the insect world can make the difference between life and death. check. uncertain id

HemipteraAuchenorrhynchaCicadellidaeJikradia olitorialeafhoppernymphventrallegsmouthparts