BUGS, INSECTS, NATURE, SUMMER

Green Shieldbug

The Green Shieldbug (Palomena prasina) is a true bug (Hemiptera, Heteroptera). It is one of 7 shieldbug species found at Charlton Down Nature Area to date.

Useful Books and Links

Shieldbugs, Richard Jones, New Naturalist Series, Volume 147, Harper Collins, 2023, ISBN 9780008334918.

Guide to Shield Bugs of the British Isles, Bernard Nau, Field Studies Council Fold-Out Guide, OP85, 2004, ISBN 9781851538980.

https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/blog/2021/05/shieldbug-identification/

https://www.nhbs.com/blog/the-nhbs-guide-to-uk-shieldbug-identification

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A volunteer helper at the Charlton Down Nature Area in Dorset using a life-long interest in natural history to help improve the biodiversity and amenity value of the site. Enthusiastic about the natural world right on our doorstep, and working to enable all visitors to enjoy, learn, and appreciate the value of wilder places. Jessica writes the Charlton Down Nature Area website and blog at https://charltondownnaturearea.uk and Jessica's Nature Blog at https://natureinfocus.blog.

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