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Shield Bug

Elasmucha

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Field Notes

Description:

This shield bug nymph is probably in the genus Elasmucha and may be Elasmucha lateralis, but I can't tell from the photograph. If any one has a suggestion, please let me know.

Habitat:

Urban yard at the edge of the forest.

Reference Links:

Species Elasmucha lateralis - BugGuide.Net

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Mission
WILD Cities: Urban Biodiversity
Mission
Minnesota Wildlife (Animals)

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PublishedFebruary 26, 2012

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