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  1. An aggregate of Mediterranian ground bugs on a lime tree, Tilia europaea. Posted 11 years ago
  2. Wow, nicely spotted! Posted 11 years ago

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"Oxycarenus lavaterae" is a species of "ground bug" belonging to the family Lygaeidae, subfamily Oxycareninae. It is found on and feeds upon plants in the Malvaceae family, such as Lavatera, Althea, Hibiscus, and Malva. It forms aggregates to winter over, typically on lime trees.

Similar species: True Bugs
Species identified by Jivko Nakev
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By Jivko Nakev

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Uploaded May 3, 2014. Captured May 3, 2014 10:25 in bulevard "Gotse Delchev" 32, 1618 Sofia, Bulgaria.
  • Canon EOS 60D
  • f/2.8
  • 1/125s
  • ISO200
  • 100mm