Solenosthedium bilunatum

Solenosthedium bilunatum is a species of jewel bug in the subfamily Elvisurinae. It is the only species of its subfamily found in Europe, and, measuring, they are somewhat big for their group.

Description

The scutellum completely covers the abdomen of these jewel bugs, having two oval-shaped, yellow-colored, and big spots on it, and, the body of S. bilunatum can be anywhere from light to reddish-brown.

Diet

S. bilunatum is known to feed on Schinus molle, Arbutus unedo, Cydonia oblonga and species of the genus Pistacia.

Distribution

Having a Mediterranean distribution, you can commonly find S. bilunatum in North Africa and Sicily. It is also found in various other locations such as Greece, Lebanon and Croatia.