62 INSECTS INJURIOUS IN 1902. 
THE TARNISHED PLANT BUG. 
Lygus pratensis, Linn. 
Specimens of this insect were sent me May 7, 1902, from 

Fig. 53.—The Tarnished Plant Bug (Lygus pratensis) ; four pinned speciments 
enlarged three times. 
Brooklyn Center, with the statement that they were injuring the 

Wig. 54.—Lygus pratensis Linn. Much enlarged. Lugger. 
Currants (blossoms, petals and leaves) plum trees, flowering 
