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Penthicodes bimaculatus
Diet
Plant sap
Habitat
Lowland to hill rainforest
Range
Borneo (Sabah), Thailand, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore
Size
Body around 3cm
Named for the pair of pale spots on its wings, this Penthicodes species is one of several closely related, similarly patterned lantern bugs found across the Sunda region, often requiring a close look to tell apart from relatives.
Found resting on tree trunks in lowland and hill forest, relying on cryptic bark-toned colouring and stillness rather than flight to avoid predators, taking off only when directly approached.
Not assessed for conservation status.