Macrolophus rubi
This record describes Macrolophus rubi (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A small (4 mm) green bug, usually found on bramble. Macrolophus species can be recognised by the dark bar between the rather small eyes and the pronotum. This species can be separated from the scarcer Macrolophus pygmaeus by the relative length of the 3rd antennal segment, which is at least twice that of the 4th. There is also a small black mark at the apex of the clavus. Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required. If the photo doesn't show the key ID features then in the comments box describe the size and identifying characters you have observed. You must note the plant on which you found it Adult: mainly summer, but may overwinter. Seems to be infrequent, with most records coming from the southern half of Britain. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Found on Bramble.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: mainly summer, but may overwinter.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Seems to be infrequent, with most records coming from the southern half of Britain.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Macrolophus rubi. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Hemiptera (true bugs) includes over 80,000 described species across cicadas, aphids, leafhoppers, shield bugs, and bed bugs. Aphids alone cost global agriculture an estimated $2.5 billion annually in crop losses.
Ecological role of the group
Many Hemiptera are essential food sources for birds and predatory insects. Cicadas provide massive nutrient pulses during emergence events - a single Brood X emergence can involve trillions of individuals across 15 states.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) caused $37 million in apple crop losses in a single year in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region. Bed bug infestations in the U.S. increased by 500% between 2001-2010, costing the hotel industry hundreds of millions annually.
Recorded sources for this group: USDA, EPA, University research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Macrolophus rubi (3)
Frequently Asked Questions About Macrolophus rubi
What is Macrolophus rubi?
Macrolophus rubi is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Macrolophus rubi?
of the 3rd antennal segment, which is at least twice that of the 4th. There is also a small black mark at the apex of the clavus.
Where is Macrolophus rubi found?
Habitat: Found on Bramble.
When is Macrolophus rubi active?
Macrolophus rubi: seasonal activity - Adult: mainly summer, but may overwinter..