Slender-horned Leatherbug

Ceraleptus lividus

A squash bug characterised by a dark eye-stripe and light-coloured edges at the base of the corium, which are effective and reliable identification features. After emerging as adults and mating in the spring, larvae can be found from June to August, feeding on clovers, vetches, and trefoils, in dry open environments. Adults are present throughout the year and can grow up to 11 mm in length. This species is not frequently encountered.