Cymus claviculus
Description
A very small bug - length 2.5 to 3.5 mm. The four bugs in this genus are distinctively shaped and have a highly punctured body and forewings. However, they can be difficult to separate. This species is recognised by a narrow impunctate band near the corio-claval suture. In the other members of the genus, the corium is punctured throughout.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Often found in drier habitats than the others, on sandy heaths and dry meadows.
When to see it
Adult: All year
UK Status
Widespread in the southern half of Britain, but not well recorded.
VC55 Status
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
sue
Bagworth, grassland at start of brickworks path
08 August 2020
sue
Bagworth, grassland at start of brickworks path
08 August 2020
narrow un-punctured strip near corium/clavus
Graham Calow
Lychgate Lane, Burbage
18 May 2017
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