Stink Bug Collection

Cotton or hibiscus harlequin bug (Tectocoris diophthalmus) nymph feeding on a green leaf, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. April

Stink bug (Graphosoma lineatum). The Netherlands. September

Red cabbage bug (Eurydema ornata) with a Shield bug (Nezara viridula) side by side on a leaf, Umbria, Italy. September

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Stink Bug - Weda, Halmahera, Indonesia Date: 24-Mar-16

Hawthorn shieldbug (Acanthosoma haemorrhoidale) on leaf, Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. January

Scorpions, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999708 Scorpions, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Green shieldbug (Palomena prasina) silhouetted on beech leaves (Fagus sylvatica), Broxwater, Cornwall, UK. May

Cartoon of dead Shield bug on plate and chicken grimacing as it spits out a leg of the insect which produces a disgusting tasting liquid and unpleasant smell

Stink bug eggs C014 / 4637
Stink bug eggs. Clutch of eggs laid on a leaf by a stink bug (Leptocorisa chinensis). Photographed in South China

Illustration of Shield Bug (Acanthosoma labiduroides), insects of Hemiptera order also known as Stink Bug

Green stink bug (Nezara viridula) on a flower. This insect is a pest of cereal crops. Stink bugs derive their name from the foul-smelling secretion which they emit from their thoraic glands as a

Minstrel bug C016 / 2155
Minstrel bug (Graphosoma lineatum). These bugs are a species of shield bug (superfamily Pentatomoidea). Specimen obtained from the University of Valencia, Spain

Stink bug C014 / 4641
Stink bug (Leptocorisa chinensis) on a leaf. Photographed in South China

Shield bug C014 / 4639
Shield bug (family Pentatomidae) on the ground

Stink bug C014 / 4638
Stink bug (Leptocorisa chinensis) on a leaf. Photographed in South China

Shield bug C014 / 4640
Shield bug (Erthesina fullo) on a tree trunk. Photographed in South China

Forest bug on an acorn
Forest bug. Close-up of the head of a forest bug (Pentatoma rufipes) on an acorn from an oak (Quercus sp.) tree. Forest bugs are a species of shield bug (superfamily Pentatomoidea)

Bishops mitre shield bug (Aelia acuminata) on a leaf. Photographed in Zagan, Poland

Forest bug on a leaf. Forest bugs (Pentatoma rufipes) are a species of shield bug (superfamily Pentatomoidea) that are common and widespread in forests and woodlands worldwide. Photographed in Poland

Green shield bug on a leaf. Green shield bugs (Palomena prasina) are very common throughout Europe. Photographed in Wroclaw, Poland

Sloe bug on a leaf. Sloe bugs (Dolycoris baccarum) are a species of shield bug (superfamily Pentatomoidea) Photographed in Zagan, Poland

Shield bug head C018 / 2478
Shield bug head. Close-up of the head of a shield, or stink, bug (family Pentatomidae), showing it two eyes (black, upper left and right)

Shield bugs
Jewel bugs. Collection of colourful Catacanthus incarnatus shield bugs (family Scutelleridae) from Africa. The bodies of these specimens measure 1.8cm long

Shield bug eggs C018 / 2477
Shield bug eggs. Close-up of a clutch of eggs laid by a shield, or stink, bug (family Pentatomidae)

Shield bugs on a plant C016 / 4733
Shield bugs (superfamily Pentatomoidea) on a plant. Photographed in Tenerife, Canary Islands

Stink bug gland
A close-up of the gland located on the thorax of the stink bug, from which they produce a pungent odour to deter enemies

Italian striped stink bugs (Graphosoma lineatum italicum) on rock samphire (Crithmum maritimum), Samos, Greece

Stink bug, SEM
Stink bug. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the head of a stink bug, or shield bug (order Hemiptera). Its large compound eyes (green) are seen

Shield bug nymphs (Family Pentatomidae) clustered round the egg shells they have just emerged from. Photographed in a tropical rainforest in Costa Rica

Green shield bug, SEM
Green shield bug (Palomena prasina), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Shield bugs (family Pentatomidae) have a triangular shield on their back

Striped sheild bug nymph
Striped shield bug (Graphosoma lineatum) nymph on a flower

Insects
insects walking

Beetles on a blade of grass
Beetles walking on blade of grass

Head of a shield bug, SEM
Head of a shield bug (Acanthosoma sp.), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). This insect is also known as a stink bug for the pungent liquid it emits if disturbed

Shield bugs mating
Shield bugs (Eurydema dominulus) mating on a woad (Isatis tinctoria) plant. Photographed in France

Pollen on stink bug, SEM
Pollen grains (orange) on the leg of a stink bug (order Hemiptera), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Pollen grains are the male sex cells of a flowering plant

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"Discover the Fascinating World of Stink Bugs: From Cotton Harlequin to Red Cabbage, these Colorful Insects Leave a Lasting Impression" A close-up shot reveals a cotton or hibiscus harlequin bug nymph delicately feasting on a vibrant green leaf, showcasing its unique feeding habits. Amidst the lush foliage in Umbria, Italy, an intriguing sight unfolds as a red cabbage bug and shield bug stand side by side on a leaf – nature's harmonious collaboration. Delicate yet captivating, an IND0 20-01 65 stink bug showcases its intricate patterns against the backdrop of autumn hues in Cornwall, UK. Transport yourself back to 1833-39 with this beautifully colored engraving featuring scorpions – distant relatives of stink bugs that share their ability to emit an unpleasant odor when threatened. Silhouetted against beech leaves, a green shieldbug exudes elegance while reminding us of its notorious reputation for releasing pungent odors when disturbed. An illustration captures the essence of shield bugs (also known as stink bugs) from the Hemiptera order – showcasing their distinctive features and highlighting their place in insect diversity. In this comical cartoon scene, we witness both disgust and amusement as a chicken grimaces after spitting out a leg from a dead shield bug on its plate – proof that these insects produce not only foul-smelling secretions but also distasteful flavors. Vibrant and strikingly green, the aptly named Green Stink Bug stands out among its peers with its unmistakable appearance and infamous scent glands. 9 & 10: Meet Minstrel Bug C016 / 2155 and Stink Bug C014 / 4641 - two members of the vast stink bug family who continue to intrigue researchers worldwide due to their unique characteristics and behaviors.