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| Coreus marginatus Dock Bug Family: Coreidae A large and mottled reddish-brown squashbug with a broad, oval abdomen. The two small projections between the antennae are diagnostic. There is one generation per year, adults mating and laying eggs in spring/early summer. The larvae feed on dock and other related plants in the Polygonaceae; new adults may be found from August onwards. This species often forms noticeable congregations both before and after hibernation. A common and widepread species in southern Britain, including Ireland, where it may be found in many dry and damp habitats with dense vegetation. Adult: All year Length 13-15 mm |
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| Adult: South London (October 2007) ©Joe Botting |
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| Adult: (September 2006) ©Jon Law (Improved Image) |
Adult: South London (April 2007) ©Joe Botting |
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| Early instar nymph: (August 2007) ©Jonathan Michaelson |
Early instar nymph: (September 2006) ©Jon Law (Improved Image) |
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| Late instar nymph: (July 2006) ©Jon Law (Improved Image) |
Late instar nymph: (September 2007) ©David Dupplaw |
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| Adult & late instar nymph: (September 2007) ©Brian Kilford |