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Old 03-01-2016, 05:26 PM
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blue bugs of amazing brightness.

No idea what these are...but they are pretty.
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Old 03-01-2016, 07:29 PM
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Google says they're a type of jewel bug. I thought the shape was wrong for that though?

I'm sure someone will tell us what they are

Edit: possibly the nymph of a hibiscus harlequin bug.
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Old 04-01-2016, 09:40 PM
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Yes, harlequin bugs, there are quite a few varieties, some have the common name 'stink beetles' as some excrete quite a potent deterrent at predators and it can produce a very nasty sting if gets in your eyes

Noice Pic by the way Jenny - lots of colour in these critters
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Old 05-01-2016, 10:19 AM
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