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Milkweed Bug

Spilostethus rivularis

Description:

Distinctive pattern on back - Mostly reddish and black - Medium Sized ± 13 mm

Habitat:

Found on the Bobbejaanghaap in the arid semi desert area of Tankwa National Park. Bobbejaanghaap: http://www.plantzafrica.com/planthij/hoo...

Notes:

Similar to this Milkweed Bug: http://www.ispot.org.za/node/177685

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Smith Zoo
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Smith Zoo

Witzenberg Local Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa

Spotted on May 11, 2013
Submitted on Jun 17, 2013

Spotted for Mission

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