Negro Bug vs Sloe Bug
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Negro Bug | Sloe Bug |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyreocoris scarabaeoides | Dolycoris baccarum |
| Order | Hemiptera | Hemiptera |
| Family | Thyreocoridae | Pentatomidae |
| Size | 3-4mm | 10-12 mm |
| Habitat | Underground | Heathland |
| Diet | Fruit Feeders | Seed Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Negro Bug
A tiny shiny black hemispherical bug that looks like a miniature beetle. It feeds on violets and strawberries.
Did You Know?
So strongly resembles a tiny beetle that it is frequently misidentified and overlooked by bug enthusiasts.
Sloe Bug
A medium-sized, purplish-brown shield bug with distinctive black and white banded antennae and a hairy body. It is common across Europe and feeds on a wide range of plants including sloe, hawthorn, and raspberry. The body has a dense covering of fine hairs.
Did You Know?
It is one of the hairiest shield bugs in Europe, covered in a dense fur of fine hairs that gives it a distinctly fuzzy appearance under magnification.