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Bordered Shieldbug - Legnotus limbosus

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Bordered Shieldbug Bordered Shieldbug - Legnotus limbosus dylan Laundry Lane 24 Mar 2026, 8:23 p.m. 21 Mar 2026, 10:16 p.m.
Bordered Shieldbug Bordered Shieldbug - Legnotus limbosus dylan Laundry Lane 24 Mar 2026, 8:23 p.m. 21 Mar 2026, 10:17 p.m.
Bordered Shieldbug Bordered Shieldbug - Legnotus limbosus dylan Laundry Lane 24 Mar 2026, 8:23 p.m. 21 Mar 2026, 10:17 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread and fairly frequent in the southern half of the UK. Habitat includes: Anywhere with Bedstraws (Galium) such as grassland, hedgerows, grass banks etc. Seen: All year round. Length: 3.5 - 4.5 mm.

Useful Links:

Naturespot

British Bugs

www.eakringbirds.com

UKWILDLIFE

The Essex Field Club

Observation.org

iNaturalist

GBIF

NBN