Mountain Seed Bug vs Hawthorn Shieldbug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Mountain Seed Bug | Hawthorn Shieldbug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Nysius helveticus | Acanthosoma haemorrhoidale |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Lygaeidae | Acanthosomatidae |
| Size | 3-5 mm body length | 13-17 mm |
| Habitat | Grasslands | Underground |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Fruit Feeders |
| Regions | Alps, Central European mountains | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Mountain Seed Bug
A small seed bug found in alpine and subalpine grasslands across Europe. It feeds on seeds and sap of various mountain plants.
Did You Know?
Large swarms sometimes form on mountain summits during warm summer days.
Hawthorn Shieldbug
A large green-and-red shieldbug common on hawthorn trees across Europe. It produces a strong, pungent smell from thoracic scent glands when handled.
Did You Know?
Its red-tipped abdomen peeking out from under the green wings gives it the memorable alternative name 'red-rumped shieldbug.'