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Striped Shield-bug

Graphosoma lineatum

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Description:

This red-and-black bug, also known as Minstrel bug, is a species of shield bug in the family Pentatomidae. It measures about 1cm, and possess a large shield. It is longitudinally striped red and black, with predominantly black head and antennae. The ventral side is bright red with black spots.

Habitat:

Seen in garrigue, in colony, feeding on some Apiaceae.

Reference Links:

Graphosoma lineatum - Wikipedia

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