Chaetostomella cylindrica
Chaetostomella cylindrica
Description
A well-marked member of the Tephritidae family. However there are similar species and good images are needed.
Identification difficulty
Recording advice
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Habitat
Meadows and verges where Knapweed and thistles are present.
When to see it
May to August.
Life History
Larvae feed in the buds of Knapweed and thistles.
UK Status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
VC55 Status
There are few records of this species from Leicestershire and Rutland.
sue
Bagworth
11 June 2021
sue
Bagworth
11 June 2021
sue
Bagworth
11 June 2021
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