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What are these shiny black pests on my rose?

Hello. At first I assumed aphid but then are shiny with no gangly legs visible. It’s covering all branches of the rose. Any ideas welcome! Thanks in advance. 

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https://forum.gardenersworld.com/discussion/1070612/are-these-baby-aphids
And @AnniD
I tried to place it here but failed: "format not allowed". I was using Safari, should I try another browser?
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