Shellbug
Basic Info
Loot	Shellbug Chitin
Base ID	XX0195A5

The Shellbug is a large, rare, passive insect found in The Elder Scrolls V: Dawnguard.

CharacteristicsEdit

Shellbugs cannot be killed by conventional means, however they can be mined for Shellbug Chitin and sometimes a random gem. After three pieces of chitin have been mined, the shellbug dies. The chitin can be used to make a Shellbug Helmet.

LocationsEdit

Shellbugs are rare, they only appear in two locations. Forgotten Vale Cave located in Forgotten Vale. It is hidden in a secret area of the cave. Another can be found in Sharpslope Cave.

Forgotten Vale CaveEdit

Behind a hidden door that can be accessed by pulling a rope found at the top of a ramp in the main chamber.

Sharpslope CaveEdit

This one is hidden exceptionally well. A small gap on the right-hand side of the ramp, under 3 Giant Mushrooms leads to the Shellbug.

TriviaEdit

• If mining is stopped after collecting two pieces of chitin, the Shellbug does not die. They also respawn, so three may be collected from each Shellbug every ten days of game-time.  
• They are stationary and do not have any other interactions besides being mined.

AppearancesEdit

• The Elder Scrolls V: Dawnguard (First appearance)