Characteristics: very flattened, oval shape, red-brown changing to mahogany colour if recently fed. Legs clearly visible.
Biology: Egg - Nymph – adult
Egg: up to 200, possibly more, laid at a rate of 4-5 a day glued in crevices and harbourages. White with cap. Only hatch above 13ƒc.
Nymphs: 5 moults, taking from a few weeks to several months depending on food supply and conditions.
Adults: wingless, flattened unless recently fed.
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