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Assassin Bug Egg Casing

Zelus sp.

Photo by Small Wonders
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Field Notes

Description:

Very tiny egg mass - About 4 mm (just under 3/16") in diameter with each cell about .5 mm. Found under an American Holly (Ilex opaca) leaf. Appears to be old, possibly from last year.

Species ID Suggestions

Assassin bug nest

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rubens.luciano
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Comments (6)
PeterSander
Amazing. I see assassin bugs quite often around here as well.
Small Wonders
asergio, yes mostly likely from last season. It's unfortunate I missed the live action ;)
Sergio Monteiro
These eggs seem to be quite old, since they are well worn. Fresh eggs look like this: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/8250023
Small Wonders
Thanks rubens... that looks to be it. There are many assassin bugs here, but I never knew they constructed nests! Thanks again :)
rubens.luciano
Assassin bug's nest ? See this: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/7183343

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PublishedMarch 28, 2012

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