Shield bug Graphosoma italicum - adult and nymph

I didn't notice the nymph when I photographed it.

comments (2)

Ferdy Christant

Lion

Wow, that one sure is easy to miss with the bright adult taking all the attention. Posted 9 years ago
1. Jivko Nakev
  
  Lion
  
  Yes, indeed, but although the nymph is not sharp, it so nice to have the adult and the nymph on the same pic. Posted 9 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 Pudding4brains