Description
Over all length 6 – 8mm. A grey fly with a pale yellow scutellum. The wings are milky with black bands across them.
Habitat
Meadows, woodland edges and hedgerows where thistles grow. The larvae develop in the flower-heads of Cirsium and Carduus thistles.
Status and Distribution
Distributed mainly through the southern half of Britain. Uncommon on the reserve.
Best Time to See
Mid june to early September.
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