Salicarus roseri
This record describes Salicarus roseri (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
A very variable species found on willows, ranging from yellowish to orange to dark-brown, often with a darker marking on the corium creating a U shape. Tibial spines arise from small black spots, and the femora are usually reddish. The antennae are short. Careful examination of the specimen is needed, with a series of good field or specimen photos. You must note the plant species on which you found it. Widely scattered (ref. UK checklist 2021 on British Bugs website ) mainly in southern and central England No additional images available for this species.
Classification
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Areas containing Willow.
Seasonal Activity
Summer
Diet and Behavior
Life History
Associated with Willow species.
Additional species information
Recorded status
Widely scattered (ref.
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Salicarus roseri. 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 Salicarus roseri (7)
Frequently Asked Questions About Salicarus roseri
What is Salicarus roseri?
Salicarus roseri is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
Where is Salicarus roseri found?
Habitat: Areas containing Willow.
When is Salicarus roseri active?
Salicarus roseri: seasonal activity - Summer.
What is the life cycle of a Salicarus roseri?
Associated with Willow species.