Virtual Exhibit on Canada´s Biodiversity

	Habitat Adults: terrestrial Immatures: terrestrial Feeding Habits Adults: phytophagous Immatures: phytophagous Size: 10 to 40 mm Flight : unknown North American Species: 80	Hemiptera Coreidae Leaf-footed bugs Front Wings: leathery Hind Wings: membranous Mouthparts: sucking Antenna Length: shorter than body Antenna Shape: straight Front Legs: unmodified Hind Legs: unmodified Special Characteristics: These are medium to large, somewhat elongate bugs. They are usually dark coloured. Many species have the hind legs thickened or expanded and leaf-like.
	Comments: Coreids are mainly phytophagous, although some species are predaceous. They have well-developed scent glands and most species give off a distinct odour when handled.

	Species: Leptoglossus occidentalis Heid Common Name: Feeding Habits: This species feeds on conifer trees Distribution: Western Canada, but expanding Comments: This species is rapidly expanding its range eastward in Ontario.