A member of the Pentatomidae family (so named for its 5-segmented antennae). Pentatomidae are commonly known as shield bugs (for their shape), or stink bugs (for the foul, almond-smelling substance they squirt when disturbed). They're apparently used in Vietnamese cuisine. Here two stink bugs work on creating a new generation of stink bug:
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Pentatomidae
A member of the Pentatomidae family (so named for its 5-segmented antennae). Pentatomidae are commonly known as shield bugs (for their shape), or stink bugs (for the foul, almond-smelling substance they squirt when disturbed). They're apparently used in Vietnamese cuisine. Here two stink bugs work on creating a new generation of stink bug:
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