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Cochineal

Dactylopius coccus

Description:

The small white clusters are the female cochineal.

Habitat:

Cactus pads.

Notes:

Took this photo in April, 2014 in Government Canyon State Natural Area near San Antonio, Texas.

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BonnieLewis
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BonnieLewis

San Antonio, Texas, USA

Spotted on Apr 15, 2014
Submitted on May 15, 2014

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