Dysdercus - the cotton stainer
Well although the name of this insect has cotton in it, I found this little guy so far away from any cotton plantation. In fact, I found this guy in an abandoned area behind my parent's house during my recent photowalk.
I really love the bright orange-reddish color of this bug, a bug that most likely come from the Dysdercus Genus. Dysdercus is a widespread genus of true bugs in the family Pyrrhocoridae; a number of species attacking cotton bolls may be called "cotton stainers"..
It got its name because of the way it became the pest for the cotton plantation, by eating the young seed of the cotton, and then leaving the red stain on the cotton, making it unuseful for the cotton industry.
I love the color combination of this bug, with black color legs, and bright orange-red color, and come black marking on the tip of its wings.
Here you can see the size comparison of this bug, and half of of my finger.
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That's a cotton strainer pest.
It's one of the greatest enemies of cotton farmers.
Amazing photos, thanks for sharing friend!!
yes that is true, despite its beautiful appearance it pose a great threat to the farmers.
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That's one colorful bug. It seems insects love to show themselves to you, they probably know you are showcasing them on chain, hehe. You took great shots as always ❤️
haha, I have my own charm for these little critters. ; )
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