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Reticulated Stink bug

Edessa reticulata

Photo by LuisStevens
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Field Notes

Description:

Stink bug. This is a new one for me. It has very long spikes and a pattern in the wing cover. 12 mm long.

Habitat:

Arid landscape in a plant called "Tepozanes".

Reference Links:

BOLD Systems: Taxonomy Browser - Edessa reticulata {species}

Species ID Suggestions

Reticulated Stink Bug

Edessa reticulata

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Comments (7)
LuisStevens
Thank you Bayucca for the ID and the link. I really wanted to know it.
RiekoS
This is a beautiful bug.
bayucca
Pentatomidae, Edessinae, Edessini, Edessa reticulata. http://www.insecte.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=65211

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PublishedMay 4, 2014

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