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Family Pentatomidae.
Pentatomidae is a family of insects belonging to order Hemiptera.These bugs derive its name from its tendency to eject a foul smelling glandular substance secreted from pores in the thorax when disturbed; in some species the liquid contains cyanide compounds with a rancid almond scent. This is a form of anti predator adaptation.
Spotted on Sep 1, 2013
Submitted on Sep 6, 2013
18 Comments
Excellent
Wonderful one Atul!
A gorgeous macro image!
Thank you so much Surekha :)
Fantastic photograph, Atul! Great spotting!
Thank you Satyen ,Lauren and martin .
@ martin ..glad you saw this one and liked it !
That's a stunning bug and an excellent photograph.
This shows clearly the two compound eyes and the two smaller simple eyes typical of bugs.
This one is just breathtaking. Gorgeous photo and a wonderful bug.
Gorgeous one doc!
Thanks Carol ...I knew you would love it :-)
Thanks dotun55. :-)
Best looking stink bug I have seen and great photo Atul!
Your signature calligraphy makes this bug even cooler ;)
Thanks Adarsha :-)
Nice spotting Atul :)
Thank you :-)
Cool...!!!
Thank you Jemma :)
wow , Atul!