Subject: Space Bug
Location: Sherman, Texas
July 26, 2016 11:27 am
What is this lovely little guy? He looks like he has dropped in from outer space or a 70s disco party. Will he be staying for dinner? If so, which of my pants will be served up?
Signature: Grammy Gardener.
Dear Grammy Gardener,
This is a Mottled Tortoise Beetle, Deloyala guttata, and you can verify our ID on BugGuide. Adults and larvae both feed on leaves of morning glories.