DESCRIPTION: Length up to 21mm. Variations in
markings is slight with the sandy yellow and black markings giving an
overall dirty appearance. The black triangular mark on each
elytron surrounded by the oblique yellow bands give the appearance of an
eye. BEHAVIOUR: Slow moving and keen to fly if alarmed. DISTRIBUTION: Common throughout. HABITAT: Has a preference for ancient oak woodland
and can be encountered foraging amongst vegetation and flowers or near
larva amongst rotting wood. PERIOD: Mainly early May to July but can be found
at anytime. |
