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Saldula saltatoria Common Shore Bug Family: Saldidae This genus comprises 11 rather oval saldids which have an entirely dark pronotum and forewings which completely overlap. There are several very similar species which are often difficult to identify. In S. saltatoria, the most commonly encountered species, there is a dark streak on the centre of the fore tibia which is not continuous with the dark base and apex. There are at least two pale spots along the costal margin, although the pattern on forewings can be very variable and the marginellus form can resemble S. opacula. A predatory species found commonly alongside waterways, ponds and ditches across the UK. Compare: S. orthochila, S. palustris Adult: All year Length 4-4.5 mm
	Adult: Surrey (August 2014) ©Tristan Bantock
Adult: Jersey (July 2020) ©Simon Robson	Adult: Norfolk (May 2008) ©Tristan Bantock
Adult: Berks (June 2009) ©Jonathan Michaelson	Adult: Berks (April 2009) ©Jonathan Michaelson