Taxonomy
Pentatoma rufipes | Forest Bug
Distribution
Species Biology
Identification
Large and very smart brown shieldbug with reddish legs and prominant shoulders. The orange tipped scutellum is also distinctive.
Habitat
Generally found in woodland, especially with oak (Quercus sp.), but also found in gardens and parks with large trees.
Life cycle
Nymphs can be found throughout the year. Adults occur from July to November.
Similar species
It is similar in size and colouration to Bronze and Spiked Shieldbugs, but the former does not have reddish legs or orange tip to the scutellum, and the latter has very pointed shoulders.
Distribution
World distribution(GBIF)
Irish distribution
Occurs throughout Ireland.
Temporal change
Records submitted to Data Centre in 2024
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