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Pod sucking Bug - Melanacanthus scutellaris Observed in private garden. Australia,Geotagged,Melanacanthus scutellaris,Winter Click/tap to enlarge PromotedSpecies introCountry intro

Pod sucking Bug - Melanacanthus scutellaris

Observed in private garden.

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  1. View Ernst's profile
    Ernst
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    Very active and takes easily to the wing when disturbed. Posted yesterday
    1. View Ferdy Christant's profile
      Ferdy Christant
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      Looks pretty calm to me. Posted yesterday

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The Melanacanthus scutellaris

Melanacanthus scutellaris is a broad-headed bug in the Melanacanthus genus.

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Similar species: True Bugs
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ernst

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Uploaded Sep 4, 2025. Captured Sep 4, 2025 13:26 in 72 Franklin Parade, Encounter Bay SA 5211, Australia.
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  • Canon EOS 650D
  • f/14.0
  • 1/128s
  • ISO800
  • 64mm
Captured in the winter. More winter photos.