Sarcophaga carnaria

Description

A large species but similar in appearance to other members of the family.  Unless confirmed by an expert detailed examination is necessary to confirm the species.

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

Please supply a photograph with your records.  It is necessary to key out this species under magnification unless confirmed by a recognised expert.

Habitat

The Sarcophagidae are often known as Flesh Flies and can be found near carrion, but they will regularly rest on low foliage and are found in most habitat types.

When to see it

Summer.

Life History

Larvae typically feed on decaying meat.

UK Status

Widely recorded in the southern half of Britain, with fewer records from further north.

VC55 Status

Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.

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Species profile

Species group:
Flies
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Diptera
Family:
Sarcophagidae
Records on NatureSpot:
1
First record:
23/04/2020 (Nicholls, David)
Last record:
23/04/2020 (Nicholls, David)

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