Rhombic Leatherbug
Rhombic Leatherbug - Syromastus rhombeus
Description
Length 9.5-10.5mm. A distinctive squashbug with a broad and distinctly diamond-shaped abdomen.
Similar Species
Other Coreidae, especially Dock Bug, Coreus marginatus.
Identification difficulty
Recording advice
Records should be accompanied by good photographs.
Habitat
Dry, open habitats.
When to see it
All year.
UK Status
Local in southern England.
VC55 Status
Uncommon.
Further Information
sue
Shacklewell Hollow
23 July 2025
Andy's Rutland
Empingham garden
13 April 2024
Andy's Rutland
Empingham garden
20 April 2023
Andy's Rutland
Empingham garden
01 May 2024
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