Cunctochrysa albolineata

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Description

One of many similar green lacewings. Detailed examination is needed to determine the species.

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Around well wooded areas with deciduous trees and shrubs.

When to see it

Summer.

Life History

Associated with deciduous trees.

UK Status

Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.

VC55 Status

Only occasionally recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland. There were approximately 12 validated records for this species according to the 'Checklist of Neuroptera and allies in VC55' published in 2018.

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  • David Nicholls
    Ratby garden
    16 July 2018
  • Graham Calow
    Sapcote garden1
    07 June 2013
    female - specimen examined
  • David Nicholls
    Ratby garden
    16 July 2018

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

MAP KEY:

Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2020+ | 2015-2019 | pre-2015

UK Map

  • Graham Calow
    Sapcote garden1
    06 July 2017
    specimen examined