| Latin Name |
Observation date |
Location |
| Tessaratoma papillosa |
May 27,2026 |
Chittagong Division, Bangladesh |
This is an insect found in the natural environment, typically seen living on the leaves of various vegetable plants. In my view, a vegetable garden is perhaps the safest habitat for this insect; I have frequently observed many such insects in these gardens, either resting on the leaves or moving from one leaf to another on the same plant. This insect is known as the "Bean plataspid." I discovered a few names for it through a Google search, and I have chosen to share this particular one, which is derived from the name of a vegetable—the "bean" (shim). Since I found the insect quite interesting, I took a few photographs of it using my mobile phone, which I have presented above for all my friends to observe.
While picking up my young son, Ajmain, from his school in the afternoon, I noticed a vegetable garden by the roadside. There, I spotted this beautiful insect resting on a leaf, and I found it truly delightful. It is an insect I am quite familiar with—and one that I happen to like. Upon closer observation, I noticed a blend of brown tones on its body, which made it appear even more beautiful and striking. I occasionally come across such insects in farmlands or resting on the leaves of various plants. Having seen it with my own eyes and enjoyed its aesthetic appeal, I took a few photos with my mobile phone, which I am now sharing with my friends in the Hive community. Thank you, everyone!
| Camera used |
Smartphone |
| Lens |
Macro |
| Iso speed |
ISO 40 |
| Focal length |
2.13 mm |
| Photography |
Tessaratoma papillosa |
| Location |
Chittagong Division, Bangladesh |
| Photographer |
@anisurdalim7 |
| Link to original |
community |
| Link |
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/409396325 |
