![]() Mirid bugs, often known as capsids or plant bugs, comprise by far the Antennae with 4 segments 2nd the longest Less bristly, the rostrum is 4-segmented and the 2nd antennal segment Superficially similar to the assasin bugs (Reduviidae), they are much There are 12 species in the UK, and many of these can be found commonly in a variety of habitats. Many are partly-winged as adults (brachypterous). They have 4 antennal segments and are generally some shade of brown in colour. Antennae with 4 segments long 1st segmentĪre large long-legged predatory bugs with a This is predominantly a tropical family, represented by only 7 Species are very thin and thread-like, while others are much moreĬompact. The pronotum projects backwards and covers the scutellum. All feed on plants and are often very host-specific.Īssassin bugs are long-legged predatory bugs with a prominent curved rostrum, used to feed on a wide range of other There is often little or no distinction between the corium and the wing membrane. Lacebugs, due to the intricate meshed and lace-like reticulation of the pronotumĪnd forewings, which are sometimes covered in waxy deposits. In the Chenopodiaceae only 2 species in the UK. There is a definite apical wing membrane. These small bugs have reticulated forewings which recall the Tingidae (lacebugs),īut the pronotum does not project backwards covering the scutellum and Usually swollen and the last antennal segment is clubbed. Slow moving insects with long and thin legs. Apical wing membrane with 5 or less roughly parallel veins The majority feed on plants, particularly seeds,Īlthough some are partly predatory. Although several species are associated with treesĪnd shrubs, most are ground-dwelling and are usually found at ground These mostly dark brown and black bugs form the second largest Heteropteran family in the UK. Is very rare and confined to a few localities in southern England. Species in the UK, the Firebug, a striking red and black species which Both overwinter as adults.Īllied to the (Lygaeidae), this family is represented by only one Large and purple-brown in colour, the antennae and legs are marked with dark and light bands. Two species in the UK, both of which feed on spurges ( Euphorbia). Squashbugs and groundbugs (Lygaeidae), this family consists of only Apical wing membrane with numerous veins Macropterous or brachypterous (partly-winged) All are phytophagous, feeding on low plants and grasses and the majority overwinter as adults. Superfically resemble grass bugs (Miridae). Most areīroadly oval in shape, although two species are rather elongate and Numerous veins in the apical region, and are often hairy. TheyĪre characterised by largely membranous and transparent forewings, with The 4th antennal segment is curved and the hind femora bear several spines.Ĭlosely related to the squashbugs and consists of 11 species. In the UK it is represented only by Alydus calcaratus, a large dark bug found mainly on heathland. All overwinter as adults.Ĭlosely related to the Coreidae, this is a small and mainly tropical family. They are particularly associated with sparsely-vegetated They feed mainly on fruits and seeds and also possess stink glands. There are 10 species in the UK most are confined to the south and only two are classified as common. The abdomen is often broad and laterallyĮxpanded. Squashbugs are generally brownish in colour and longer and moreĮlongated than shieldbugs. M ost spend the winter hibernating as adults. While many species feed only on plants (phytophagous), a few are entirely To their ability to emit noxious chemical defences when They are known as stink bugs in the USA due Many are large,Ĭolourful and distinctive, although the larval instars are moreĭifficult to identify. Scutellum, usually reaching the wing membrane. Shieldbugs are flattish oval or shield-shaped bugs which have a large Represented by around 30 species and 4 families in mainland Britain, Gallery pages in ease use the systematic lists to browse all speciesįlattened and well-suited to living under bark they feed on fungi andĪre often associated with dead trees and rotting wood. ![]()
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