This common species has been seen locally amongst native scrub land in fairly sheltered areas

At a glance

Habitat It can be found in gardens as well as in native environments where it is a predator that feeds on insects such as caterpillars and beetle larvae.
Size The adults can grow to around 12mm long
Origin Native
Distribution Across Australia including around Tasmania and can also be found in New Zealand
Descriptions
Distribution
Across Australia including around Tasmania and can also be found in New Zealand
Habitat
It can be found in gardens as well as in native environments where it is a predator that feeds on insects such as caterpillars and beetle larvae.
Size
The adults can grow to around 12mm long

Identification

The adults body is a cream to tan colour with mottled dark markings and features pointed ‘shoulders’ and the antennae are dark brown and the legs are pale brown. Nymphs vary mainly dark depending on the stage of the nymph the pictures should give some idea
Common Name Schellenberg's Soldier Bug
Aliases Predatory Shield Bug,
Origin Native
Tags
Share
Distribution and map

Distribution provided by The Atlas of Living Australia

Classification

Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumArthropoda
SubphylumHexapoda
ClassInsecta
SubclassPterygotes
OrderHemiptera
SuborderHeteroptera
InfraorderPentatomomorpha
SuperfamilyPentatomoidea
FamilyPentatomidae
SubfamilyAsopinae
GenusOechalia
SpeciesOechalia schellenbergii
Synonyms

Synonyms

There are no known synonyms for this species
References and dates
Original No original text available
Bibliography View page references
Added Sun 11 Dec 2022 @ 23:00 PM
Updated Sun 11 Dec 2022 @ 23:00 PM
Surveys View Survey List
Share your ❤️  Buy me a ☕
Files
Type Details Version Size Added Updated Links
There are no downloads or Files for this species at the moment

Disclaimer: A lot of work goes into trying to identify and ensure accurate identifications are made, and that the listed Descriptions, Sizes, Habitats and Distribution information is as accurate and valid as possible. Unfortunately, information in this arena is ever changing and as such no guarantee can be offered that it is correct or currently valid — the information is provided as a guide, and it is always suggested that you do a little research to ensure you have the latest and most accurate information. View the references or bibliography. Feedback and comments on the information provided are always welcome.