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Aphrodes trifasciatus Family: Cicadellidae Although a complex and sometimes confusing genus, this species is relatively easily recognised. Both males and females are are predominantly black-brown, with the forewings marked by two transverse lines of pale spots (complete or interrupted). The female lacks the pale band at the rear of the pronotum.   Care should be taken to separate it from A. bifasciatus. Found locally on heaths, particularly in central parts of England. Adult: July to August Length: 3.5-5 mm

Adult male: Peak District, Yorks (August 2008) ©Joe Botting