A broad headed bug that has pierced a small seed.
Late instar running about on bark in full sun: every bit like an ant in appearance and actions.
Tags: Alydidae broad headed bug
Broad headed bug nymph. There are several things about this 'ant' that don't add up. It has the antennae and the mouth parts of a true bug. It mimics the common weaver ant. The Alydidae are known as "broad headed bugs".
Tags: Ant mimic Alydidae nymph Alydidae nymph ant mimic bug
Unlike anything I've seen - small (9-10 mm) adult.