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Lace Bug with Maternal Care

Gargaphia solani

Not Evaluated

About

A subsocial lace bug found on nightshade plants where mothers actively guard their eggs and nymphs. Females stand over their brood and fan their wings to deter predators.

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Did You Know?

Mothers will sacrifice themselves by lunging at predators to protect their nymphs, dramatically increasing offspring survival.