Birch Shield Bug (Elasmostethus interstinctus)
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This species overwinters as an adult, emerging and mating in the spring. The larvae feed principally on birch, but may also be found on hazel and aspen; the new generation is complete by August. Common and widespread in mixed birch woodlands across Britain and Ireland.2 / 2
28 Aug 2010 - Birch Shield Bug - Final instar. Copyright Peter Drury 2010
Birch Shield Bug Elasmostethus interstinctusBugs HemipteraInsectsnaturePlant Farm WaterloovilleShield Bugs Pentatomidae
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