Eupteryx vittata
Eupteryx vittata
Description
Length 3 to 3.5 mm. One of two Eupteryx with a completely (or nearly so) dark pronotum; the posterior margin is always black. Dark forewings with pale yellowish sides and central spot. The male anal tube has one long apical spine on each side.
Similar Species
Eupteryx notata is smaller and the male anal tube has 2 spines each side
Recording advice
Good quality photos; note plant host and habitat, and size of specimen; check for spines on male anal tube.
Habitat
Low vegetation, often in damp places, with e.g. buttercup, ground ivy, mint
When to see it
Adult: June-November.
UK Status
Common (ref: UK Auchenorrhyncha checklist 2021)
VC55 Status
Rarely recorded
Further Information
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