Meadow Plant Bug Lat. “Leptopterna dolabrata“
Leptopterna dolabrata (Miris dolabratus), commonly known as the meadow plant bug, is an insect in the Miridae family. It is commonly found in grassy areas in North America and Europe. It feeds on developing grass seeds, causing seed heads to shrivel and prematurely whiten. It is regarded as a pest wherever grass is grown for seed. The species has long antennae and is black coloured.
External links
Media related to Leptopterna dolabrata at Wikimedia Commons Leptopterna dolabrata at British Bugs
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Further Information
„Meadow Plant Bug“ on wikipedia.org
„Meadow Plant Bug“ on iNaturalist.org
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