Pantilius tunicatus
Description
Length 8-10 mm. The large size (antennae shorter than the body) and spectacular colouring make it almost unmistakeable. The extent of the red markings is variable, and newly emerged adults can be almost entirely green.
Habitat
This bug may be found on the lower branches of Hazel, Alder and Birch.
When to see it
It is a late season species and usually does not appear until September.
Life History
It may overwinter
UK Status
Reasonably common and widespread across southern Britain at least.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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