Western Leaf-footed Bug Nymph

Leptoglossus clypealis

Description:

Wide flange on the legs is distinctive.

Habitat:

Grass

1 Species ID Suggestions

Luis Vivas 11 years ago

Western Leaf-footed Bug

Leptoglossus clypealis Species Leptoglossus clypealis - Western Leaf-footed Bug - BugGuide.Net

4 Comments

Liam 11 years ago

Thanks Jacob! I guess that makes sense.

Jacob Gorneau 11 years ago

Hi Liam, Leptoglossus clypealis was once considered to be restricted to the West Coast. But as documentation became more prevalent, it was noticed the range seemed more south than west. BugGuide explains it a little more. That being said, I can't be sure to say this is Leptoglossus clypealis. The wide flange on its legs is a species indicator, but it may just look this large due to its size. http://bugguide.net/node/view/43239

Liam 11 years ago

Okay, thanks for the comment, Bayucca, and for the suggestion Luis.

Luis, is L. clypealis found in Georgia? I can't find any reference.

bayucca 11 years ago

Nymphs are always very tricky to ID and they might change their appearance completely during the different stages. I am not sure about this one. At first sight I would not tend to Leptoglossus, but I might be wrong and I can't confirm Terminalis either, sorry!