Birch Catkin Bug

Kleidocerys resedae

Description

Body length 4.5 - 5.5mm. A somewhat variable species with patterned forewings which are mostly transparent.

Habitat

Normally found on or around Birch.

Status and distribution

Fairly common and widespread in the southern half of Britain, rarer further north. Fairly common in Nottinghamshire and common at Netherfield Lagoons.

Best time to see

March to November.