Length 1 to 2 mm.  Strophingia has two UK species, both associated with heather. These species are among the smallest of all psyllids and can be very difficult to spot. They have greatly reduced wing venation and no genal cones, making the genus easily recognised. Strophingia ericae has rounded, oval forewings with prominent grey-brown mottling. Colouring is generally green to brown. 

The only similar species is the rarer Strophingia cinereae and could possibly be confused with Rhinocola aceris.

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Associated with Heather.

Adult: April to September.

This species overwinters as nymphs.

Can be common and widespread on Calluna vulgaris across Britain but is localised because of the distribution of the food plant.

Rarely recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland.