Macro Aliens 11 by danob
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Description
This common bug has a flattened, shield-shaped body, as the name suggests. It is bright green in colour with delicate flecks of black that look like small puncture marks. In November, the insects darken in colour and spend the winter hibernating with a dark-bronze colouration. Although the sexes are similar in appearance, females tend to be larger than males. Like all bugs (Hemiptera), the green shield bug has specialised sucking mouthparts, which in this species are used to feed on plant sap. This species belongs to a sub-order known as the

Comments (36)
fantastic colored and detailed macro! stunning! ;o)
Fascinating insect..... splendid capture!
Killer macro here Dan...thanks for the info on this little guy..Well done! Aloha!
Incredible closeup ... I love this! Can't wait to get me-my-macro! :)))
A Macro wonder again this is some series
They look quite solid, not easy to be caught but there are always animals knowing how to catch it anyway! Impressive macro capture!