Twitter thinks these leaf-like insects are real-life Pokemon. We can see why
The video has now sparked varied reactions, with many commenting that they insects look like real-life pokemons.
“Real life Pokémon?” this is what a Twitter user wrote on a video and there’s a chance that after seeing the clip you’ll ask the same question too. Shared on a Twitter profile named Nature is Lit, the video captures wonderful creations of nature, the Leaf insects. Known for their striking leaf-like appearance, this is one such video which may make you gasp in wonder and leave you wanting more.

“Leaf Insect’s mimicry to nature,” shared with this caption, the video shows five insects of different colours. In the video, the creatures are seen crawling on a person’s hand. Though old, the video again piqued people’s attention after being shared recently.
Take a look at the video which has now amazed many and can make you feel the same too:
Since being shared a day ago, the video has garnered over 54,000 views and more than 3,000 likes. Besides calling the WORD MISSING CHECK real-life Pokémon, people also shared different comments on the post.
A Twitter user shared a Harry Potter reference and wrote, “A Hufflepuff spell gone right.” Another user of the micro-blogging platform admired their beauty and tweeted, “I think they are adorable!”
“OMG! That is so cool,” wrote a Twitter user. Another person was reminded of a strategy and puzzle video game by Nintendo called Pikmin and wrote that the video gave them “flashbacks” of the game. In case you’re wondering why, here’s a GIF of one of the characters of the game:
There were also some who shared images of leaf insect and a few others shared their experiences of encountering one. They also tweeted that this is one of the best camouflaging creature in nature.
A person simply shared a GIF to express themselves:
“They’re the coolest,” wrote another Twitter user and we can’t help but agree.
What do you think of the amazing video?
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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