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Firebug
Pyrrhocoris apterus
49.7488, 18.9893
Field Notes
Description:
A common bug in most parts of Europe. 10-14 mm in size. They are frequently observed to form aggregations, especially as immature forms, with from tens to perhaps a hundred individuals.
Habitat:
Forrest
Notes:
In spite of its latin name which means "wingless fire bug" winged individuals that can fly are occasionally found. The Fire Bug eats the seeds of Lime trees and of Mallow species and can be found throughout the year in clusters under these plants or running over the ground. Sometimes it eats the seeds of other plants, presumably when the population is high and mallow seeds are scarce
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