Bug Id please

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    Does any one know what bug this is please, not in my bug book, tis very small so
    3-4mm
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    Maybe a young shield bug @Jiffy ?
     
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      They don't really cause any problems either @Jiffy . I know they can suck sap, but I've always had some in the garden and don't notice any problems. Maybe if there was huge infestation or something, but most people seem to find them harmless.
       
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        Lots of adults here which are left alone, i've never seen a young one before so now i know
         
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