Knapweed Plant Bug

Oncotylus viridiflavus

TQ4792 02/07/2023 ©Raymond Small 

This species has vivid colouration and its unique patterning makes it easy to identify. Adults (5-6mm) inhabit knapweed flower-heads from July to September.

TQ4792 02/07/2023 ©Raymond Small 

The nymphs are vivid green with lines of black spots. Knapweed is the foodplant.

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