Sorry for the photo quality, but it was very windy. I can’t tell if it’s dark purple, black, or dark brown. It kind of has a white “V” shape on it’s back. Beneficial insect or pest? Please help.
CLOSED: Little guy, about half an inch long
This is Mormidea lugens, another stink bug. It is not an important pest species, see http://americaninsects.net/ht/mormidea-lugens.html
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This is Mormidea lugens, another stink bug. It is not an important pest species, see http://americaninsects.net/ht/mormidea-lugens.html
Thanks so much! Does not important mean it’s not very destructive? I appreciate your help.
It has been reported as feeding on sedges and grasses, but not causing any economic damage.
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It has been reported as feeding on sedges and grasses, but not causing any economic damage.
That is good to hear. Many, many thanks for the information!!!
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