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Mirid Bug

Deraeocoris olivaceus

Photo by Jopy
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Field Notes

Description:

The ground colour (inlcuding the scutellum) ranges from red-orange to almost fully black, although the cuneus is always red to some extent. The forewings are very shiny.

Reference Links:

Deraeocoris ruber - Overview

Species ID Suggestions

Mirid Bug

Deraeocoris sp.

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AgnesAdiqueTalavera
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Comments (3)
Jopy
I will leave this ID untill I found difference between species..I think you are right...
AgnesAdiqueTalavera
Photos in the net of Deraeocoris olivaceus and Deraeocoris ruber seem to look the same. Or maybe, the link that I've found is mis-IDd.
Jopy
Thanks Agnes!
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PublishedJune 17, 2013

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