18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Mirid Bug, Deraeocoris ruber
Mirid Bug, Deraeocoris ruber, a red and black seed bug,Size 6.0-8.0mm. Varied marking of light orange, chestnut to black. Cuneus is always red. First segment of antennae and partial second are black. Active adults: July-September. Preys on aphids: broom psyllids.Gardener's friend.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 06.2019 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2020 |
Photo Location: | Praha-Hlubocepy, Czechia |
Camera: | Canon EOS 7D |
Copyright: | © Mary C Legg |