Catoplatus
fabricii
Family: Tingidae
The
front margin of the pronotum is almost straight in this species and the
lateral margins are slightly concave, particularly just behind the
head. The 3rd antennal segment is as thick as the 4th.
A scarce species associated with Ox-eye Daisy Leucanthemum vulgare
growing in dry, sunny situations, frequently on calcareous soils.
Adults hibernate in moss close to the foodplant.
Mainly confined to southern England and south Wales.
Adult: All year
Length
3.8-4.5 mm |
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