Bishop's mitre shieldbug
This Womble-like shieldbug can often be seen clinging to grass stems.
Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
This Womble-like shieldbug can often be seen clinging to grass stems.
The common shieldbug was once restricted to Southern England, but has since been moving northwards and is now quite widespread. It can be found in all kinds of habitats from gardens to farms.
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