Platycheirus scutatus

Although shown as a species, it is now thought that scutatus is a species complex. Voucher specimens are usually collected when precise identification is required. Sensu lato means 'in the broadest sense' and is a term used to describe a species group. Where the image has not received expert verification, which is necessary to be certain of accuracy in this species, it is highlighted with a red box. For that reason it is only claimed as likely to be this species.

Woodland margins and dense hedgerows.

March to November peaking in June and August/September.

The larvae may be found on herbaceous vegetation and shrubs.

P. scutatus is common throughout Britain.

Common in Leicestershire and Rutland.