Inside, they grow unseen. This ingenious strategy allows them to protect themselves and remain undetected. As adults, some females remain attached to their support, almost completely hidden.
It’s a transformation cycle worthy of a fairy tale, yet entirely real, reminding us just how inventive nature can be. Should we be wary of it?
Good news: absolutely not.
The Kamitetep doesn’t sting, doesn’t seek contact, and has no interest in us. In its larval stage, it might nibble on a few leaves, but in a balanced garden, this is generally limited.
