Lyramorpha rosea

A fine looking stink bug identified by Westwood in 1837. I was unsure at first as to ID, knowing what Lyramorpha rosea look like. The ID was given to me by Philippe Magnien in Paris who is compiling the illustrated world catalogue of Tessaratomidae. He has used this shot for the catalogue.

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Lisa Kimmerling

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VIBRANT and perfect! Posted 2 years ago
1. Ruth Spigelman
  
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  Eye-catching! Very kind, thanks Lisa. Posted 2 years ago

Christine Young

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Love the colors! Posted 2 years ago
1. Ruth Spigelman
  
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  This find reminded me of jewellery from the early 20th century, Art Deco. I love that insects have provided such inspiration for human creativity and culture in years past. From ancient Greece to Egypt, Navejo to Art Deco...their myriad forms and colour, used in artistic offerings such as paintings, textiles and jewellery.
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2. 1. Christine Young
    
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    Yes -- definitely has an Art Deco vibe! Posted 2 years ago

Ferdy Christant

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Congrats on the shot used in literature, much deserved! Posted 2 years ago
1. Ruth Spigelman
  
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  Very kind, thank you Ferdy. Posted 2 years ago

englishindiangirl

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Smart bug! Posted 2 years ago

The Lyramorpha rosea Westwood

Lyramorpha rosea is a true bug endemic to Australia, from the family Tessaratomidae. Bugs in this family resemble Stink Bugs, but they are much larger and have proportionally smaller heads.

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Similar species: True Bugs

Species identified by Claire Hamilton