Orange-legged Robberfly - Dioctria oelandica
Description
Britain's largest Dioctria with long dark wings that have colourful reflections in some lights. All three pairs of legs are largely orange.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
A species of old oak woodland.
When to see it
Summer.
Life History
The adults prey on insects such as sawflies and ichneumons. The larvae are presumed to develop in woodland soil or rotting wood.
UK Status
It is quite widespread but local in Britain.
VC55 Status
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
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