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Anthocoris nemoralis

(Anthocoris nemoralis)

Description

Anthocoris nemoralis is a true bug in the family Anthocoridae. The species is found in Europe and has spread to North America. It is a predator of aphids, spider mites and jumping plant lice, and is used as a biological pest control agent.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Insecta
Order:Hemiptera
Family:Anthocoridae
Genus:Anthocoris
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