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jEWEL bUG (Chrysocoris)
Jewel Bug (Chrysocoris)
Scutelleridae is a family of true bugs. They are commonly known as jewel bugs or metallic shield bugs due to their often
brilliant coloration. They are also known as shield-backed bugs due to the enlargement of the last section of their thorax
into a continuous shield over the abdomen and wings.[1] This latter characteristic distinguishes them from most other families
within Heteroptera, and may lead to misidentification as a beetle rather than a bug. These insects feed on plant juices
from a variety of different species, including some commercial crops. Closely related to stink bugs, they may also produce
an offensive odour when disturbed. There are around 450 species worldwide..
jEWEL bUG (Chrysocoris)
Jewel Bug (Chrysocoris)
Scutelleridae is a family of true bugs. They are commonly known as jewel bugs or metallic shield bugs due to their often
brilliant coloration. They are also known as shield-backed bugs due to the enlargement of the last section of their thorax
into a continuous shield over the abdomen and wings.[1] This latter characteristic distinguishes them from most other families
within Heteroptera, and may lead to misidentification as a beetle rather than a bug. These insects feed on plant juices
from a variety of different species, including some commercial crops. Closely related to stink bugs, they may also produce
an offensive odour when disturbed. There are around 450 species worldwide..