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Lygus bug

Lygus sp.

Photo by mauna Kunzah
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42.0721, -74.1109

Field Notes

Description:

Plant bug. Very small member of the family Miridae; I almost walked by it. Rust/maroon and ivory coloration. Prominent, darkened back legs.

Habitat:

Alpine mountain area, 3100+ ft, Overlook Mountain.

Reference Links:

Lygus - Wikipedia, Genus Lygus - Lygus Bugs - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedAugust 28, 2013

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