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Shield-backed Bug

Family Scutelleridae

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Thank you, Martin. Following your directions I found this: http://bugguide.net/node/view/558138/bgimage wich seems to be a very close relative.
Asergio, this bug looks tiny. The detail of its wings is a little unclear. It seems to have a scutellum (triangular back plate). This makes it an adult. It seems to lack the terminal membranous wing tips that are characteristic of Hemiptera. I think you will find it in pentatomidae (5 antennae segments) Check this one, also with dimples behind its shoulders http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_stinkbugs/DryNutBug.htm
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PublishedFebruary 1, 2012

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