Neolygus contaminatus

One of many similar green bugs found on various deciduous trees during summer.  Length approximately 6 mm. The brown tibial spines arise from black spots and the 2nd antennal segment is longer than the width of the pronotum at the base.   The clavus is green and it usually has two dark marks above the cuneus.  Males are easier to identfy than females, with a narrow vertex and large eyes.  Associated with Birch and Alder.

Nymphs of this species cannot be identifed with confidence.

Neolygus populi is very similar, but associated with Grey and White Poplars.  Ther are many other species of green mirid bug.  

Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify the species.  Photographs should clearly show the head, eyes and antennae.  It may not be possible to identify females from photos.  The host tree must be stated.

Associated with birch and alder

Adult: June to September.

A widespread and common bug throughout the UK.

Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.