Hyadaphis passerinii

Hyadaphis passerinii

Alternative names
Honeysuckle Aphid
Description

Hyadaphis passerinii apterae are elongate and greyish green with a waxy bloom. The antennae and legs are black as are the siphunculi and cauda.  The apterae body length is 1.3 to 2.3 mm. For more detail follow the 'Further Information' link below.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

This is a difficult genus.  Detailed photographs and correct identification of the host species is essential.

Habitat

The species host alternates between Honeysuckle species and umbelifers and should be looked for in areas whee those species are present.

When to see it

See details on the 'Further information' link below.

Life History

See details on the 'Further information' link below.

UK Status

True status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records.

VC55 Status

Rarely recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

MAP KEY:

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

UK Map

Additional images

All NatureSpot records