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| Macrotylus
solitarius Family: Miridae A distinctive genus comprising three rather parallel-sided grey-green species, characterised by a dense covering of coarse, dark hairs on the forewings and a striking wing membrane pattern. The tibial spines are fine and inconspicuous. In M. solitarius the 1st antennal segment is pale green and the wing membrane lacks a dark spot, as in M. horvathi. Found locally on Hedge Woundwort Stachys sylvatica across much of England and Wales, particularly where it grows at woodland edges. Adult: June-August Length 5 mm |
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Surrey (June 2009) ©Tristan Bantock |
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Surrey (June 2009) ©Tristan Bantock |
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Surrey (June 2009) ©Ashley Wood |
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Surrey (June 2009) ©Ashley Wood |