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Orange and Black - Hemiptera - Dysdercus cingulatus

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The Red cotton bug

Dysdercus cingulatus was reported to feed on several species belonging to the plant family Malvaceae as well as a few species of Bombacaceae. It is the most serious pest of cotton in South and Southeast Asia.

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Similar species: True Bugs
Species identified by Calbost Niel
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By Calbost Niel

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Uploaded Feb 17, 2021. Captured Feb 17, 2021 10:05 in 58-82 Terrace Falls Rd, Hazelbrook NSW 2779, Australia.
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  • NIKON D7100
  • f/13.0
  • 1/200s
  • ISO800
  • 105mm
Captured in the summer. More summer photos.