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Sonronius dahlbomi
Family: Cicadellidae

The dark markings on the vertex of this uncommon leafhopper are variable and much more extensive in males, which also have a largely dark pronotum and scutellum. The face has black marks in the upper part, and is largely black below. The forewings are a dull whitish with a yellowish leading edge (costa).

A local species which is found mainly in woodlands in the
south-central part of England, although it can be common where it occurs. Perhaps associated with Rosebay Willowherb or Raspberry. 
      

Adult: June to September
Length 4.5-5.5 mm
Sonronius dahlbomi
Adult: Worcs (June 2008) ©Brian Kilford

Sonronius dahlbomi Sonronius dahlbomi
Adultq1: Worcs (September 2008) ©Brian Kilford

Adult: Worcs (July 2008) ©Brian Kilford