Dioxyna bidentis
Dioxyna bidentis
Description
Wing-length 3.2-3.7mm. Head in profile with prominent lip above mouth edge. Apical scutellar bristles either very reduced or absent, <0.25 length of basal bristles. Wing pigmentation characteristic.
Recording advice
Detailed phots of key features required.
Life History
Feeds on on Asteraceae, larvae develop in the flower heads.
UK Status
Local, widespread.
VC55 Status
Uncommon.
Further Information
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