Aphrodes makarovi

Description

Length 5.5-7.5 mm. Aphrodes species generally have a sharply pointed vertex which always has a median keel. They can be very variable with distinct forms occurring in different habitats. Females in particular are often difficult to identify. Aphrodes makarovi was historically regarded as a form of Aphrodes bicinctus but is larger, has pale wing veins and is much more common.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Can only be identified by examination of internal genital structure. 

Habitat

The host plants are a range of common species, including Dandelions, Thistles and Nettles.

When to see it

Adult: June to October.

UK Status

It occurs widely across the UK, but particularly in the south.

VC55 Status

Fairly common in Leicestershire and Rutland.

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Species profile

Species group:
Bugs
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Hemiptera
Family:
Cicadellidae
Records on NatureSpot:
7
First record:
03/07/2009 (Calow, Graham)
Last record:
30/06/2023 (Cann, Alan)

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