About Belonochilus numenius (Say, 1831)
Belonochilus is a genus of seed bugs belonging to the family Lygaeidae. This is a monotypic genus, meaning it contains only one described species: Belonochilus numenius, commonly known as the sycamore seed bug. This species is native to North America, and is an invasive species in Europe. It primarily feeds on Platanus trees, and lays its eggs on the trees' fruit. Some individuals of this species overwinter underneath the bark of the Platanus trees they feed on.
