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| Coranus subapterus Heath Assassin Bug Family: Reduviidae A greyish bristly bug found on open heathland and sand dunes; it is usually brachypterous although macropters do occur in the north. The 1st antennal segment is very long. Both nymphs and adults can stridulate loudly. Distributed locally throughout the UK, although absent from Ireland. Compare: Himacerus sp Adult: July-October Length 9-12 mm |
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| Adult: Surrey (August 2008) ©Tristan Bantock |
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| Adult: Surrey (August 2008) ©Tristan Bantock |
Adult: Surrey (August 2007) ©Ashley Wood |