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A critter/bug ... not plant ... this time ...

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by Victoria, Jun 30, 2011.

  1. Victoria

    Victoria Lover of Exotic Flora

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    What is this please?

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    This is a Hibiscus'Newbiscus' it is on so the buds are very large, but you can see a comparison on my fingernail.

    Thank you in advance.
     
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  2. Kandy

    Kandy Will be glad to see the sun again soon.....

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    • Victoria

      Victoria Lover of Exotic Flora

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      Hello Kandy and thank you for the quick reply. It looks rather like the Troilus luridus (Stink Bug) which I shall have to investigate. We have never seen such here before and thought it was rather pretty. :heehee:

       
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      Yep, a shield bug of some description. More friend than foe. Unless you are wearing nail varnish.lol Which give off certain pheramones.:cry3::dbgrtmb:
       
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