Plagiognathus chrysanthemi
This record describes Plagiognathus chrysanthemi (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Length about 3.5 mm. A fairly small greenish bug with a dense covering of dark hairs on the upper surface. The tibial spines are dark and set in black spots; the hind femora are pale but also dark-spotted. The antennal pattern is characteristic. Camplyomma annuilcorne , Plagiognathus arbustorum. 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. Can be found on a range of plants such as Ragwort and Yarrow. It is particularly common in dry grasslands and wastelands. A very common bug found throughout the UK. No additional images available for this species.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Miridae (Plant Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Phylinae
- Tribe
- Phylini
- Genus
- Plagiognathus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Can be found on a range of plants such as Ragwort and Yarrow. It is particularly common in dry grasslands and wastelands.
Seasonal Activity
Adult: June to October.
Additional species information
Recorded status
A very common bug found throughout the UK.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Plagiognathus chrysanthemi. 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 Plagiognathus chrysanthemi (6)
Frequently Asked Questions About Plagiognathus chrysanthemi
What is Plagiognathus chrysanthemi?
Plagiognathus chrysanthemi is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How big is Plagiognathus chrysanthemi?
about 3.5 mm. A fairly small greenish bug with a dense covering of dark hairs on the upper surface. The tibial spines are dark and set in black spots; the hind femora are pale but also dark-spotted. The antennal pattern is characteristic.
Where is Plagiognathus chrysanthemi found?
Habitat: Can be found on a range of plants such as Ragwort and Yarrow. It is particularly common in dry grasslands and wastelands.
When is Plagiognathus chrysanthemi active?
Plagiognathus chrysanthemi: seasonal activity - Adult: June to October..