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Saldula saltatoria Common Shore Bug Family: Saldidae This genus comprises 11 rather oval saldids which have an entirely dark pronotum and forewings which completely overlap. There are several very similar species which are often difficult to identify. In S. saltatoria, the most common species, there are at least two pale spots along the costal margin, although the pattern on forewings can be very variable. The dark streak on the centre of the fore tibia is not continuous with the dark base and apex (below right). A predatory species found commonly alongside waterways, ponds and ditches across the UK. Compare: S. orthochila, S. palustris Adult: All year Length 4-4.5 mm
	Adult: Norfolk (May 2008) ©Tristan Bantock
Adult: Yorks (April 2009) ©Joe Botting	Adult detail showing fore tibia ©Tristan Bantock
Adult: Yorks (April 2009) ©Joe Botting	Adult: Berks (April 2009) ©Jonathan Michaelson