Orthotylus nassatus
This record describes Orthotylus nassatus (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length ~5mm. A blue-green species, the first antennal segment is pale above with a dark line on the underside. Photos showing key features required. Dissection of male left clasper helps with confirmation. On a range of deciduous trees, including Oak, Lime and Ash. https://www.britishbugs.org.uk/heteroptera/Miridae/orthotylus_nassatus.html
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
On a range of deciduous trees, including Oak, Lime and Ash.
Seasonal Activity
Summer-Autumn.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widespread in Britain.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Orthotylus nassatus. 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 Orthotylus nassatus (10)
Frequently Asked Questions About Orthotylus nassatus
What is Orthotylus nassatus?
Orthotylus nassatus is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Orthotylus nassatus?
~5mm. A blue-green species, the first antennal segment is pale above with a dark line on the underside.
Where is Orthotylus nassatus found?
Habitat: On a range of deciduous trees, including Oak, Lime and Ash.
When is Orthotylus nassatus active?
Orthotylus nassatus: seasonal activity - Summer-Autumn..