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Picasso Bug

Sphaerocoris annulus

Photo by dotun55
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Field Notes

Description:

Small bug with well-decorated back.

Habitat:

Basking on the hedge of flowers.

Species ID Suggestions

Picasso Bug

Sphaerocoris annulus

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Comments (7)
Tiz
Oh, that one is gorgeous! Thanks for linking to this spotting, and yes, they are very similar!
Sckel
I agree with Daniele
dotun55
I'm loving that name. Hey, thanks buddy : )
bayucca
Other ones: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/17165789 http://www.flickr.com/photos/112182542@N02/11517884793/
bayucca
Scutelleridae, Sphaerocoris annulus. Also called Zulu Hud Bug. http://www.whatsthatbug.com/2010/12/10/unknown-stink-bug-from-mozambique/ http://www.thefeaturedcreature.com/category/sphaerocoris-annulus http://www.pinterest.com/pin/548735535817337168/

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PublishedMarch 12, 2014

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