A group relating to the discussion of Shield ( Aprox 44 species in 4 Families) and Squash Bugs (Coreidae ) of which there are aprox 10 British Species in the UK .

Definitive imaging documenting each species in the Photo Section taken by members across the UK. Comments on Larva. Habitat Behaviour. Distribution
across the UK. (Database & Files Section - Map Geographical Distribtion accross the UK)

The group welcomes discussions and contributions from all interested in the study of Shield Bugs and encourage the use of the database in keeping a record of UK finds. PLEASE help us keep track of the UK populations by adding your finds !! Check out the Post Code /Grid Reference Converter in Links or just add the location of your find . Thank you for joining and contributing to our Wildlife.

Visit these links for an overview on British Shieldbugs & Hoverflies

http://www.ukwildlife.bravehost.com/article/shieldbugs/shieldbugs.html

http://www.ukwildlife.bravehost.com/article/hover/hover2.html

This months photo

Anatomy of a Sheildbug revealed Sloe Shieldbug Dolycoris baccarum in a pre-flight posture image Colin Duke 05/05/2008