Nettle Leafhopper

Eupteryx urticae

Description

Over all length 3mm. The ground colour is creamy/white, with intricate brown markings. The hind tibiae are dark.

Habitat

Found on nettles and sometimes other low ground vegetation.

Status and distribution

Common and widespread in England and Wales with fewer records from Scotland. Common in Nottinghamshire and at Netherfield Lagoons.

Best time to see

May to November.