Kapanlagi.com - In Bojonegoro Regency, a tragic incident shocked the community after a young man lost his life due to consuming a grasshopper. The grasshopper eaten is suspected to be the bulus grasshopper, more commonly known as the devil's grasshopper. This incident triggered a wave of concern among residents regarding the potential dangers of this particular insect.
The devil's grasshopper indeed has its own appeal with its brightly colored body. However, behind its beauty lies a deadly threat. This insect is known to have a toxic liquid used as a self-defense mechanism.
So, what exactly is the devil's grasshopper like? Is it true that this beautiful insect is dangerous to humans? Let's dig deeper into the devil's grasshopper through the following interesting information.
The devil's horsehead (Aularches miliaris) is an insect that belongs to the family Pyrgomorphidae. This insect has distinctive physical characteristics, namely its brightly colored body.
The colorful body of the devil's horsehead serves as a warning to predators about the presence of toxins it possesses. Quoting the official site of Faperta UGM, the colorful body of the grasshopper serves as a warning to keep predators at bay.
The devil's horsehead, with its striking uniqueness, has a different eating habit from most grasshoppers; they are more active in hunting for food at night, while most other grasshoppers operate under sunlight.
Additionally, this grasshopper is known for its slow movements and cunning behavior—when threatened, they prefer to drop rather than fly away.
Interestingly, the devil's horsehead can be found in various corners of South and Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, and usually hides in forests, plantations, and agricultural land.
The devil's horse, this amazing creature, has an extraordinary and quite surprising defense mechanism! When feeling threatened, it does not hesitate to release toxic liquid from its chest, as if signaling to predators that they have chosen the wrong enemy.
This toxic liquid, which can take the form of foam, not only serves to immobilize opponents but can also cause skin irritation for some who dare to disturb it.
In addition, this devil's horse also produces a characteristic chirping sound, adding a dramatic effect when it is in action. Although there is no evidence that this poison can kill humans, the effects can still vary depending on how much one is exposed and how sensitive their skin is.
Who would have thought, behind its unique appearance, the devil's horse harbors a toxin that should be taken seriously.
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has issued an interesting fatwa, Number Kep-13/MUI/IV/Year 2000, which permits the consumption of locusts, just like crickets, as long as it does not pose a danger to health.
However, be careful! Not all locusts can be safely consumed; there are certain types, such as the devil's locust, which are found to contain harmful toxins.
Therefore, it is important for us to always be vigilant and ensure that the locusts we intend to enjoy are truly safe to eat.
Although there has not yet been research that explicitly shows that the toxins of the devil's locust can take human lives, this mysterious insect still holds potential danger with its toxic liquid.
The devil's flower mantis, a unique creature from the insect world, captivates attention with its bright and striking body color, as if it were the star of the stage in the middle of the forest.
The devil's flower mantis, a unique creature that captures attention, can be found in various parts of South Asia and Southeast Asia, including in our homeland, Indonesia.
Be careful when choosing grasshoppers to eat, as not all types are safe for consumption. Make sure you recognize the grasshoppers you will enjoy, so you don't make the wrong choice and avoid the risk of poisoning.
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