Vernal Shieldbug

Peribalus strictus

This is a greenish-brown shieldbug characterised by dark punctures on its body. Its antennae are notably banded, and the last two segments are mainly black. The scutellum features a pale tip, the connexivum is banded, and the margins of the pronotum behind the eyes are somewhat concave. Adults can be observed throughout the year, reaching a length of up to 11 mm. Not common.