Malthinus flaveolus - Malthinus flaveolus

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Description

The greyish elytra bear a pair of yellow spots. Although this is a distinctive species there are others that are very similar and great care is needed with identification.

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Habitat

Hedgerows and wooded areas.

When to see it

June to August.

UK Status

Widespread in England and Wales, less common in Scotland.

VC55 Status

Occasional in Leicestershire and Rutland. There were approximately 28 VC55 records for this species up to March 2015.

  • David Nicholls
    Wirlybones Wood, Ratby
    17 June 2010
  • Barbara Cooper
    Long Clawson
    28 June 2015
  • David Nicholls
    Wirlybones Wood, Ratby
    17 June 2010
  • Graham Calow
    Sapcote garden1
    25 June 2014

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