Elasmostethus cruciatus

(Say, 1831)

red-cross shield bug, redcrossed stink bug, salmonberry bug

Elasmostethus cruciatus is a shield bug in the Acanthosomatidae, commonly known as the red-cross shield bug or salmonberry . It is native to North America and recognized by the distinctive red cross pattern on its surface. The is associated with salmonberry and other Rubus plants.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Elasmostethus cruciatus: /ɛləsmoʊˈstiːθəs kruːˈsiːeɪtəs/

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Distribution

North America; specifically recorded in the United States (including Vermont) and Canada.

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