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Cotton Stainer Bug

Dysdercus obscuratus

Photo by Ismael Chaves
Published on Project Noah
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Species ID Suggestions

Cotton Stainer Bug

Dysdercus obscuratus

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bayucca
Pyrrhocoridae, Dysdercus sp. and most probably Dysdercus obscuratus. It is not a really trusted link, but Tristan is quite experienced with Hemiptera. Same group: http://www.flickr.com/photos/11518091@N00/8546511386/
bayucca
Yes, just one shot fro the top to see the markings on the back...
bayucca
Any other picture from the top?

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El mini-mundo de Costa Rica
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Insects of Costa Rica
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PublishedJuly 7, 2013

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