Compsidolon salicellum

Compsidolon salicellum

Alternative names
Compsidolon (Coniortodes) salicellum
Description

Length about 4mm. The pale greyish-yellow ground colour of this bug is often broken up by brown spotting across the forewings, although the cuneus is pale. The hind femora are dark, particularly towards the apex and there are dark marks on the wing membrane. This species was previously considered part of the Psallus group.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify the species. 

Habitat

Bramble, hazel, alder, sallows, and apple.

When to see it

July-October

UK Status

A common and widespread mirid in southern Britain, appearing relatively late in the summer. It is a predator of mites and sometimes appears in large numbers on bramble heads in August and September.

VC55 Status

Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020

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Additional images

All NatureSpot records