Tipula cava
Tipula cava
ID checklist (your specimen should have all of these features)
The posterior segment of the male adult is characterised by a white blister on each side
Recording advice
Detailed photos required and to include genitalia
Habitat
Usually associated with acid heathland soils but not in alkaline areas . The larvae like well-drained humus in acid soils.
Main nectar food plants are Cow parsley and Cow Parsnip
When to see it
Adults recorded mid May to mid September
UK Status
Common.
VC55 Status
Not often recorded.
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Yellow squares = NBN records (all known data)
Coloured circles = NatureSpot records: 2025+ | 2020-2024 | pre-2020
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