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Shield-Backed Bug

Sphyrocoris obliquus

Photo by LuisStevens
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Field Notes

Description:

In a cold morning of January I was surprised to find this Shield-Backed Bug. It wasn't moving because of the cold.

Habitat:

Semi desert.

Reference Links:

Shield-Backed Bug? - Sphyrocoris obliquus - BugGuide.Net

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