Tipula cava

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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.

Ronmck01
Charnwood Lodge
24 July 2024
Ron McKeating, Charnwood lodge
Ronmck01
Charnwood Lodge
24 July 2024
Ron McKeating, Charnwood lodge

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Species group:: insect - true fly (Diptera)
Kingdom:: Animalia
Order:: Diptera
Family:: Tipulidae
Records on NatureSpot:: 1
First record:: 24/07/2024 (McKeating, Ron)
Last record:: 24/07/2024 (McKeating, Ron)

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