Spilostethus pandurus Bug Spilostethus pandurus

Spilostethus pandurus is a red and black bug native to southeastern Europe, tropical Africa and southern Asia through to China. It is 13-15mm long with visible veins on its wing membrane. The underside is red with black spots. The red and black warn predators it is distasteful or toxic. It is a Seed Bug eating flowers and seeds of several plants.