Chilacis typhae (Perris, 1857)
Despite the lack of records, Chilacis typhae is a very common Lygaeid Bug across wetland sites in Nottinghamshire. It is very easily found on the heads of Bulrush and is usually present in large numbers. There are several generations of adults throughout the year.
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Nottinghamshire (VC56) distribution of Chilacis typhae
 
 
 
 
The records for the Nottinghamshire distribution map are currently provided by the following contributors - Richard Rogers. Trevor and Dilys Pendleton. Sorby Natural History Society. Netherfield Wildlife Group. Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. Tim Sexton. Jim Flanagan.

You can contribute your own records to help us gain an accurate status of this species in Nottinghamshire. Send an Excel spreadsheet of your records via the 'contact us' link at the top of the homepage.

Updated January 2024
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