For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.

Monday, August 6, 2012

Stink Bug (Coridius nubilis)

Family Pentatomidae
 These are large bugs and easily identified by the last two segments of the antennae being bright orange.
 They are a pest on watermelon and muskmelon plants.
 Their distribution covers all of South Africa and into Namibia where they are also found in bushveld.
Information from: Field Guide to South African Insects