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Shield Bug nymph?

Photo by ShannaB
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Field Notes

Notes:

One for the NWF Mission - this insect's Innovative Defenses include excellent camouflage. This 1cm insect was on the bark of a gum tree in my yard, and I never would have seen it if the sun wasn't shining on its antennae. The first shot has been brightened so you can see more detail, but shots 2-4 have not been altered.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (4)
ShannaB
Any insect experts out there want to take a look at these links and let me know if I'm on the right track with the ID? http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_stinkbugs/ZebraShieldBugs.htm http://www.brisbaneinsects.com/brisbane_stinkbugs/Alcaeus.htm
ShannaB
Thanks Sachin, I have joined the mission and added this photo to it. Now I just have to figure out what kind of insect it is! ; )
Sachin Zaveri
ShannaB this one is also appropriate for mission Mimetic Animals of the World

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Wilds of South-East Queensland
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Mimetic Animals of the World
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NWF: Watch for Wildlife!
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PublishedMarch 23, 2012

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