Graphosoma italicum

Graphosoma italicum is a species of shield bug in the family Pentatomidae. It is also known as the Striped bug (or Italian striped bug) and Minstrel bug.

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Calbost Niel

Lion

Great shot Flavio Posted 4 years ago
1. Flavio
  
  Lion
  
  Much appreciated Niel :-) Posted 4 years ago

Wesley Goorachan

Lion

Amazing photo! These bugs seem quite common in Europe as well. Posted 4 years ago
1. Flavio
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks a lot Wesley. Yes, this was shot in Portugal, I've seen a few around here ;-) Posted 4 years ago

The Minstrel Bug

Graphosoma italicum is a species of shield bug in the family Pentatomidae. It is also known as the Italian Striped-Bug and Minstrel Bug. The bold red and black warning colours indicate that the insects are foul-tasting, protecting them from predators.

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Similar species: True Bugs

Species identified by Christine Young