Nurmitähkälude – Leptopterna dolabrata
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Description
Leptopterna dolabrata belongs to the true bug family Miridae. It is 8.0-8.5 mm in length. Its antennae have long dark hairs. The species’ forewings are usually orange-yellow or reddish. Males are long-winged and females are short-winged.
Identification
It is 8.0-8.5 mm in length. Its antennae have long dark hairs. The species’ forewings are usually orange-yellow or reddish. Males are long-winged and females are short-winged.
Distribution in Finland
It is found throughout the country.
Behaviour
The species feeds on different grasses and is commonly found in grasslands, road sides and farmlands.
References
British Bugs. 2023. Leptopterna dolabrata. https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Miridae/leptopterna_dolabrata.html. accessed 16.1.2023.
NatureSpot. 2023. Leptopterna dolabrata. https://www.naturespot.org.uk/species/leptopterna-dolabrata. accessed 16.1.2023.
Rintala, T. & Rinne, V. 2010. Suomen Luteet.Ensimmäinen painos. Hyönteistarvike TIBIABLE Oy. Helsinki. 352 s.
Description text authors:
Liina Leivonmaa, B.Sc., University of Helsinki
Heidi Viljanen, Ph.D., Luomus, University of Helsinki
