A dusty disguiseSourced
Looking dirty can be camouflage
Some assassin bug nymphs cover themselves with dust or debris. Reduvius personatus is known as the masked hunter for this habit. What looks like a dusty insect is wearing camouflage.
The mess belongs to the disguise.
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Reviewed: 2026-10-09