May 14, 2021 · There are a number of shieldbug species in the UK, characterised by their flat, often triangular bodies and distinctive, shield-like shapes on their backs. Learn to tell which is …

Jul 15, 2023 · Shieldbugs, or stink bugs, are a common sight in Britain. Learn all about these shield-shaped insects with BBC Countryfile Magazine's expert guide.

List of shield bug species of Great Britain This article contains a list of shield bug species of Great Britain. Forty-six species have been recorded.

In Britain several species are at or close to the northern edge of their range and most have a southerly distribution. Just 12 of the 69 British species are found in Scotland. Whilst some …

The Pentatomidae or stink bugs, often called shieldbugs in Britain, are very like the Acanthosomatidae but have the ability to produce an unpleasantly pungent defensive spray …

Mar 1, 2024 · Shield bugs are large insects that are relatively easy to spot basking on leaves in the sun. Their name refers to their shape, which resembles a medieval shield.

May 18, 2022 · Identifying shieldbugs is usually based on structural characteristics, body length (from the head to the end of the abdomen, ignoring the antennae and legs), and species …

Although not as well known as butterflies, bees and ladybirds, shieldbugs are a spectacular group of insects. But in many counties there are relatively few records, so even novice naturalists …

Shield bugs have gained increasing attention across Europe due to their expanding distribution, polyphagous feeding behaviour, and the rising incidence of damage in horticultural and field …

These superb illustrations have been produced by Ashley Wood, and allow easy comparison between the life stages of a range of UK shieldbug species. They are particularly useful for …