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Photo by Atul

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Field Notes

Description:

Pentatomidae is a family of insects belonging to order Hemiptera.These bugs derive its name from its tendency to eject a foul smelling glandular substance secreted from pores in the thorax when disturbed; in some species the liquid contains cyanide compounds with a rancid almond scent. This is a form of anti predator adaptation.

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Excellent

Wonderful one Atul!

A gorgeous macro image!

Thank you so much Surekha :)

Fantastic photograph, Atul! Great spotting!

Thank you Satyen ,Lauren and martin . @ martin ..glad you saw this one and liked it !

That's a stunning bug and an excellent photograph. This shows clearly the two compound eyes and the two smaller simple eyes typical of bugs.

This one is just breathtaking. Gorgeous photo and a wonderful bug.

Gorgeous one doc!

Thanks Carol ...I knew you would love it :-) Thanks dotun55. :-)

Carol Snow Milne

Best looking stink bug I have seen and great photo Atul!

Your signature calligraphy makes this bug even cooler ;)

Thanks Adarsha :-)

Nice spotting Atul :)

Thank you :-)

Cool...!!!

Thank you Jemma :)

wow , Atul!

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