This beautiful creature is one of dozens that live on the tree directly outside my front gate. They call it a Stink Bug. Poor thing. Apparently, to defend themselves they release a nasty smell but luckily my camera didn't seem to pose too much of a threat. Other names for them are Harlequin Bug, Shield-Backed Bug , Jewel Bug or if you happen to be Latin, Tectocoris diophthalmus.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Stink Bug
This beautiful creature is one of dozens that live on the tree directly outside my front gate. They call it a Stink Bug. Poor thing. Apparently, to defend themselves they release a nasty smell but luckily my camera didn't seem to pose too much of a threat. Other names for them are Harlequin Bug, Shield-Backed Bug , Jewel Bug or if you happen to be Latin, Tectocoris diophthalmus.
Interesting looking creature, Thats a pretty nice macro, what camera do you use?
ReplyDeleteAmazing colours on this little bug.
ReplyDeleteDR - I'm a learner so I use a Canon S2 IS - it's a point and shoot with manual settings.
ReplyDeleteGreat little fella, especially enlarged. Excellent shot.
ReplyDeleteBtw, I replied to your question.
I 've never seen such bugs before ,they have beautiful colors despite the way they defend themselves ...i'm sure they would like another name ;)
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