Small Milkweed Bugs

There has been a cluster of nymphal forms of these true bugs on the milkweed patch in front of the house for some time now. Those that have not been made into snacks for birds and the like have now found a mature seed capsule and were busily making their way to the interior.

“All it will take is one more heave, chaps. On the count of three, now … ”


  • Aperture: ƒ/4.5
  • Camera: DSC-RX100
  • Taken: 27 September, 2020
  • Exposure bias: +1EV
  • Focal length: 10.4mm
  • ISO: 125
  • Shutter speed: 1/100s