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Halyomorpha halys
Possibly a kind of stink bug approximately 1/3 inch long (8.46 mm) White and pink, newly emerged from old exoskeleton of black/gray of 1/4 inch or less (6.35 mm)
Edge of woodlands and lawn (bushes), most likely grape leaves.
11 Comments
Perfect timing!
Spectacular Carol!
Great series!
Thanks so much for the ID Surekha.
Excellent captures, Carol!
Looks like The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) molting. http://potokito-myshot.blogspot.in/2012/...
I like finding molting creatures. I hope I can get a more specific ID. Thanks so much for liking. It is one of my favorites also.
Fabulous spotting Carol :) Tough one to get :)
Brilliant timing Carol. Excellent shots too.
Wow! Excellent moment!
Spectacular series! Thanks for sharing.
Perfect timing Carol. That is a great photo.