Idiocerus herrichi

Idiocerus herrichi

Description

Length 6 to 7 mm.  The forewings are whitish/greyish,veins that have alternate light/dark sections.  The broad pale band down the pronotum, the scutellum markings of 3 triangles and a horseshoe shape, and the pattern of spots on the face can be diagnostic.  The genae ('cheeks') are pubescent - the male has longer, denser hairs. 

Similar Species

Other Idiocerinae on sallows and willows

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Detailed examination of the specimen is needed to identify this species.  Take photographs of top, side and face, and note host plant

Habitat

Willows (Salix alba and S. fragilis).  May overwinter on evergreens.

When to see it

Adult: August to September sometimes later

UK Status

A previously scarce species found only in southern England, it now appears to be well established and spreading its range. (ref British Bugs webpage for the species; link below)

VC55 Status

Occasional

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Additional images

All NatureSpot records