Dolerus gonager

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Description

A typical black Dolerus sawfly, but distinguished by having red thighs.

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Found in flower meadows, where they may be seen on various flowers.

When to see it

Adults peak in May and June.

UK Status

Widespread in Britain.

VC55 Status

Rare or under recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland. The Narborough record of 9.5.2017 is the first for VC55.

Further Information

https://www.sawflies.org.uk/dolerus-poodolerus-gonager/

  • Graham Calow
    Field near Forest Road, Narborough
    09 May 2017
  • CAPochin
    Little Stretton footpath
    26 March 2024
  • CAPochin
    Little Stretton footpath
    26 March 2024
  • Graham Calow
    Field near Forest Road, Narborough
    09 May 2017
    1st for VC55
  • Graham Calow
    Field near Forest Road, Narborough
    09 May 2017
    1st for VC55

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Species profile

Species group:
Sawflies
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Hymenoptera
Family:
Tenthredinidae
Records on NatureSpot:
2
First record:
09/05/2017 (Calow, Graham)
Last record:
26/03/2024 (Pochin, Christine)

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  • CAPochin
    Little Stretton footpath
    26 March 2024
  • CAPochin
    Little Stretton footpath
    26 March 2024