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Round Issid Bug

Photo by ChunXingWong
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Field Notes

Description:

A small spherical-shaped bug climbing a hostel wall. Its elytra (hardened forewings) are semi transparent so you can see its abdomen underneath. It has a distinct "Y" shaped mark consisting of red and green colors. This bug can be mistaken as a beetle by some people. This species is from the Hemisphaeriini subfamily, probably Hemisphaerius, Gergithus, Gergithoides sp.

Habitat:

Forest plants of Tawau Hills Park, Tawau, Sabah.

Notes:

>>>Map accuracy: 10m diameter. Spotted this during a walk alone near our hostel late in the afternoon.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (7)
ChunXingWong
Yes Gilma, that is why I have written in the description that this bug can be mistaken as a beetle.
ChunXingWong
Thank you Lauren, RGB and Cindy. I have added this football fan into The Hoppers mission.
Mark Ridgway
Fabulous Chun! Some football supporter I guess.

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PublishedMarch 19, 2014

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