Carpocoris mediterraneus [L.]

Carpocoris mediterraneus
Shield bugs (Pentatomidae)

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A colourful shield bug, the neck shield and centre shield are yellowish with variable black markings. The back shield is ginger and it has a blocked black/white or yellow rear edge. The belly is white and the legs are orange to white, the antennae are black.

It can be found on various flowers and plants.

⇔ l. 11-13 mm

Members of the Carpocoris family all look the same although with much colour variation. The differences can be found in the shape of the shields and genitalia (which generally requires a microscope). No wonder they are often mixed up!

LA:
≈ The CARPOCORIS PURPUREIPENNIS has brighter colours but less clear markings. 
≈ The DOLYCORIS BACCARUM (Sloe bug) is thinner and with light coloured legs, not orange legs.

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