Triaenodes bicolor

Alternative names
Bicolour Sedge
Description

Wing length 6 to 10mm.

Distinct bright chestnut / reddish-brown forewings with contrasting grey hindwings.

Identification difficulty
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Habitat

Ponds, lakes, slow rivers & canals.

When to see it

May to September

UK Status

Widespread & common

VC55 Status

Uncommon or under-recorded.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Species profile

Species group:
Caddisflies
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Records on NatureSpot:
1
First record:
29/07/2024 (Poole, Adam)
Last record:
29/07/2024 (Poole, Adam)

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