A nymphal ('larval') Tarnished Plant Bug on an English Daisy |
Overbred and not hardy, but nice |
The nymphs of bugs slowly develop their wings, moult by moult |
a rumination on backyard biodiversity
A nymphal ('larval') Tarnished Plant Bug on an English Daisy |
Overbred and not hardy, but nice |
The nymphs of bugs slowly develop their wings, moult by moult |
This blog is a way to reflect on my attempts to make a plot of land designed for humans a tolerable place to live. For me that means surrounding myself with a diversity of living organisms and understanding why I am doing it. If you are interested in understanding your place in nature, in enjoying backyard bugs and birds, or just passing by, then welcome.
That's a great shot of the tarnished plant bug, showing up well against the yellow of the daisy.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I never planted any, I always have a couple of these daisies pop up in my garden each year. Fortunately, they choose the perfect spot in one garden bed that has a vaguely cottage garden look, so they fit right in. I usually let them flower for a while, and pull them before they set seed, but that doesn't stop them from sending in a few troops the next summer. A few white daisies winding between the peony, iris and Campanula can be endearing.