Leaf-Footed Bug (Anoplocnemis phasiana)

Anoplocnemis phasiana is a large leaf-footed bug belonging to the Coreidae family, distributed across tropical Asia and Africa. Recognizable by its elongated body and hind legs with flattened, leaf-like expansions, it often feeds on the sap of legumes and other crops. This feeding can cause significant damage to pods and seeds, making it an agricultural pest in some regions. Despite its size and appearance, it poses no threat to humans but plays an important role in the ecological balance of its native habitats.