Scathophaga inquinata
Scathophaga inquinata
Description
It has a pale orangey brown abdomen, orange legs and plumose arista.
Recording advice
Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.
Habitat
Pond edges and wet meadows often on dung.
When to see it
March to September.
Life History
Larvae and adults are associated with dung.
UK Status
Fairly frequent and widespread in Britain.
VC55 Status
Fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020




