Re: Best reader description of the week

**N* S* <n*@plantsoup.com>**

Cochineal bug is soft and squishy and deep burgundy almost blue when squished.  It is a traditional red dye for textiles, paints, foods, etc.  indigenous to the southwest.  Very Cool critter. Where did the reader encounter the bug?

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> On Sep 8, 2015, at 3:09 AM, Doug Green <gardeningemail@gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I have an insect id page where an entomologist identifies insects for
> folks. We get a wide assortment of "interesting" pictures (I can't begin to
> describe those) but this morning's entry is a serious one for the
> no-picture description of an insect she wants indentified.  I give you...
> 
> "The bug is soft and when squished it is like a blueberry inside, sorta
> reddish colour"
> 
> I'm open to suggestions from all you garden experts.....
> 
> with best wishes for a seriously great week
> 
> Doug
> 
> -- 
> 
> Doug Green
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