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flag A UK amateur entomologist discovers a new leafhopper species in his garden, marking the first record of the insect in the country.

flag Daniel Blyton, a wildlife enthusiast from Essex, has identified Fagocyba alnisuga, a new leafhopper species, in the UK for the first time, discovering it in his garden moth trap in June. flag The find, confirmed by experts including Professor Tom Cameron of Essex University, marks the first recorded occurrence of the species in the country and is part of a broader trend of insect range shifts likely driven by climate change. flag Blyton, an amateur entomologist with seven years of experience, also identified several other leafhopper species new to Essex. flag Scientists note that while such changes can enhance biodiversity, they may also introduce agricultural pests or disease vectors. flag The discovery highlights the critical role of citizen scientists in monitoring ecological shifts and contributing to national wildlife data.

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