Orthotylus nassatus
Orthotylus nassatus
Description
Length ~5mm. A blue-green species, the first antennal segment is pale above with a dark line on the underside.
Similar Species
Other green Mirid bugs.
Recording advice
Photos showing key features required. Dissection of male left clasper helps with confirmation.
Habitat
On a range of deciduous trees, including Oak, Lime and Ash.
When to see it
Summer-Autumn.
UK Status
Widespread in Britain.
VC55 Status
Rarely recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland.
Further Information
Leicestershire & Rutland Map
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MAP KEY:
Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020





