Derephysia foliacea
Derephysia foliacea
Length 3 to 3.5 mm. This lacebug is distinguished by the single row of large meshes along the edge of the forewing, which may be partly divided. The outer rim of the forewings is strongly raised. The colouring is pale brown, with the antennae, head, and central area of the pronotum darker.
Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify the species.
The species is found on ivy.
Adult: All year
Adults overtwinter, mating in the spring. The new generation is complete by early autumn.
Occurs locally across the UK.
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
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