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Cactus Bug Nymphs

Chelinidea vittiger aequoris McAtee

Description:

These bugs are a pest to Prickly Pear cactus and are very interesting. They are being researched to be a control agent for getting rid of some types of Cactus that are considered to be a pest. There lives revolve around the cactus they feed on it and lay their eggs in it. They are small and come in different colors as they vary in age and Nymph stage.

Habitat:

Wherever Prickly Pear cactus and other cactus is present.

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ZooNerd
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ZooNerd

Kennedale, Texas, USA

Spotted on May 17, 2016
Submitted on May 17, 2016

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