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Photo: G. Bradley
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Safari Tip:
A great way to see all the details on these insects and other small
creatures is with a special magnifier box - click
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Latin name: Acanthosoma haemorrhoidale
Size: Grows up to 17mms long.
Distribution: Common in southern England, but rarer further north.
Months seen: April to October.
Habitat: Commonly seen in hawthorn trees and hedgerows.
Food: The nymphs feed on hawthorn leaves. The adults feed on the leaves and fruit of the hawthorn.
Special features: If you pick one up you'll discover why they are sometimes called "stink bugs". They can release a strong smelling fluid which can stain your hands. This is designed to repel birds and other predators from eating them.
The body colours are a perfect match for those of the hawthorn, and they are very well camouflaged in the foliage.
UK Safari Creepy-Crawlies Section
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