What is Pentatomoidea?
Q: What is Pentatomoidea?
A: Pentatomoidea is a superfamily of bugs in the Heteroptera suborder, commonly known as shield bugs or stink bugs.
Q: How many species of shield bugs are there?
A: There are about 7000 species of shield bugs.
Q: What is the purpose of the shield on their back?
A: The shield on their back is part of the thorax which goes back over the abdomen and works to deter potential predators.
Q: Where are the glands located in shield bugs that produce a foul-smelling liquid?
A: The glands that produce a foul-smelling liquid are located between the first and second pair of legs.
Q: Do shield bug nymphs also have stink glands?
A: Yes, shield bug nymphs also have stink glands.
Q: How many families are in the Pentatomoidea group?
A: There are 15 families in the Pentatomoidea group.
Q: Which family in Pentatomoidea are particularly known as stink bugs and how many species do they have?
A: The Pentatomidae are particularly known as stink bugs and they are the largest family in Pentatomoidea, with about 900 genera and over 4700 species.
