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Red-and-black Striped Shieldbug (Graphosoma italicum) adult pair, mating on umbellifer seedhead, Causse de Gramat
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Red-and-black Striped Shieldbug (Graphosoma italicum) adult pair, mating on umbellifer seedhead, Causse de Gramat
Red-and-black Striped Shieldbug (Graphosoma italicum) adult pair, mating on umbellifer seedhead, Causse de Gramat, Massif Central, Lot Region, France, June
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Media ID 8328001
© FLPA/Richard Becker
Bugs Causse De Gramat Copulating Copulation France French L Imestone Massif Central Mating Pair Paired Pairs Plateau Region S Eed Seed Seed Heads Shield Bug Shield Bugs Umbellifer Umbellifers Western Europe Breeding Graphosoma Lineatum Red And Black
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Love is in the air! These red-and-black striped shieldbugs are not afraid to show their affection on a sunny day in Causse de Gramat, France. With the picturesque Massif Central as their backdrop, this amorous pair engages in a passionate mating ritual on an umbellifer seedhead. As they lock antennas and intertwine their vibrant bodies, these European insects remind us that romance knows no boundaries. Their synchronized movements create a mesmerizing dance of love amidst the limestone plateau. It's nature's own ballet! The male shieldbug proudly displays his striking red-and-black pattern, while the female exudes elegance with her delicate features. Together, they form a perfect match - two souls entwined by destiny. Surrounded by lush plants and buzzing arthropods, this couple embraces summer's warmth and abundance. The seeds scattered around them symbolize new beginnings and the continuation of life itself. In this enchanting moment captured by FLPA photographer Richard Becker, we witness the beauty of nature's intricate connections. So next time you spot a shieldbug or any other creature finding love in unexpected places, remember that even bugs need some romance too!
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