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Dock Bug

Coreus marginatus

Photo by injica
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Field Notes

Description:

It is a herbivorous species of True Bug in the family Coreidae. It is commonly known as the dock bug as it feeds on the leaves and seeds of docks and sorrels. It is a medium-sized speckled brown insect.

Habitat:

It occurs throughout Europe, Asia and northern Africa. It is often found in dense vegetation, such as hedgerows and wasteland.

Species ID Suggestions

Dock Bug

Coreus marginatus

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PublishedMay 5, 2013

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