Meadow plant bug.

Found this bug on some grasses at the Vikinghof in my hometown Wijk bij Duurstede the Netherlands.

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

Well camouflaged, you have keen spotting skills! Posted 5 years ago
1. Paul Dirksen
  
  Lion
  
  I was born with that gen Ferdy, thnx. Posted 5 years ago

Patomarazul

Lion

Never seen this one yet that I can remember, excellent shot! Posted 5 years ago
1. Paul Dirksen
  
  Lion
  
  First time for me too Marta. Posted 5 years ago
2. 1. Patomarazul
    
    Lion
    
    We are lucky that you can share it with us! :-) Posted 5 years ago
  2. 1. Paul Dirksen
      
      Lion
      
      anytime Marta.
      Posted 5 years ago

The Meadow Plant Bug

''Leptopterna dolabrata'', commonly known as the meadow plant bug, is an insect in the Miridae family. It is commonly found in grassy areas in North America and Europe. It feeds on developing grass seeds, causing seed heads to shrivel and prematurely whiten. It is regarded as a pest wherever grass is grown for seed. The species has long antennae and is black coloured.

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Similar species: True Bugs

Species identified by Paul Dirksen