Populicerus populi
Length 5.5 mm. Dark triangles on the scutellum are a distinctive feature of this species, but there are other similar species and care is needed.
Can only be identified by examination of internal genital structure.
Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.
Most likely to be found on poplars and willows.
June to October.
Widespread but occasional in Britain.
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
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Species profile
- Species group:
- Bugs
- Kingdom:
- Animalia
- Order:
- Hemiptera
- Family:
- Cicadellidae
- Records on NatureSpot:
- 12
- First record:
- 05/07/2009 (Calow, Graham)
- Last record:
- 19/08/2023 (Nicholls, David)
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