Bug ID Please ?

[Galeus]

This landed in the bedroom last night ! - can't seem to find it after a quick look in Chinery's book so would be very grateful if someone could ID please ?
Many Thanks in advance.
G

[GuyF]

Hi Galeus,
This is a Western Conifer Seed Bug - Leptoglossus occidentalis. They're native to the USA but have recently arrived in this country after being introduced to Europe. Out of interest which area of the country are you in? Most records so far have been near the South coast. I'm sure this sighting will be of interest, hopefully someone will be able to direct you towards the right person to inform.
Guy

[Galeus]

Thanks Guy for the quick response - much appreciated - no wonder I couldn't find it !
"Most records so far have been near the South coast" - I'm in Birdham, near West Wittering, West Sussex !
G

[Acutipuerilis]

That fits - the past couple of autumns there have been influxes of them flying across the Channel, as well as artificial introductions all over the country. They often enter buildings looking for places to hibernate, and are strongly attracted to light. Sussex has been one of the hotspots! I'm jealous. Apparently they are in Yorkshire now, but I've not seen one in the wild yet.
Joe

[asheleaf]

Originally Posted by Acutipuerilis

That fits - the past couple of autumns there have been influxes of them flying across the Channel, as well as artificial introductions all over the country. They often enter buildings looking for places to hibernate, and are strongly attracted to light. Sussex has been one of the hotspots! I'm jealous. Apparently they are in Yorkshire now, but I've not seen one in the wild yet.
Joe

i'm in sussex and i've not seen one either!! Think I'll have to turn all the lights on and leave all the windows wide open tonight! (where did i put the thermals!)

Ashe