Hi Guy's. The last thing I want is to be a pain. But if one of you knowledgeable members could have a look at the picture, it would enable me to sleep better because try as I might I just cannot identify this tiny Fly/Beetle which I find basking on the leaves of my apple mint and on the Sedum Telephium 'Orpine' which I have pictured for you. I apologise for the tiny shot, but It did not like me getting any nearer and would fly off if I got too close. Whatever it is I would dearly love to know. All or any help much appreciated. Regards Walt.
Mysterious Fly/Beetle
The closest I can come is the Scarlet Plant Bug. Lopidea. But without a clearer pic, I can't say if that is your bug. I can't seem to find if that one is even in your area.
http://bugguide.net/node/view/17673
This message was edited Aug 1, 2011 10:14 AM
Now, it looks more like a Leaf Hopper. I really can't tell. Someone else will have to give it a go.
Hi Kwanjin. Sorry to have put you to so much trouble on this one. Just discovered that it is a Mirid Bug. Heteratoma Planicornis. Hope that this gives you as much pleasure as it gives me. Thanks for trying. Regards Walt.
Fortunately, my pleasure comes in the research and discover of new things. It's been fun trying to find this one. Thanks for letting me know.
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