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Neotropical Lace Bug

Leptopharsa heveae

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About

A tiny transparent-winged lace bug that feeds on rubber trees in South American plantations. Its wings have an intricate net-like pattern resembling delicate lacework.

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Did You Know?

Heavy infestations can reduce rubber latex production by up to 30 percent by damaging the photosynthetic capacity of leaves.