Tortoise Beetle (IMAGE)

Emory Health Sciences

Tortoise Beetle

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The tortoise beetle, which eats thistle leaves, has evolved a symbiotic relationship with bacteria that allows it to have such a specialized diet.

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Photo by Hassan Salem.

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