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  1. 14-09-2009 #1
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    I wondered why this one kept quite still while I snapped it (mostly they all seem to be very skittish), but when I got to look at the shot I could see why - compare the legs.
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    Oh yes, a massive difference, great spot Louise.
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    Wow! That's weird!

    Could the right leg have broken off, so another is just growing in? (If that happens with Grashoppers anyway!)

    Or is the right leg the normal one?
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    Good question, Catherine. I had assumed that he really long one was the deformed one.
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    So, when he jumps, I wonder if he automatically turns to the left each time...

    He'd be going round in circles!
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    LOL, I know I shouldn't laugh as I'm sure it's not easy for him, but sometimes you just gotta...
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