Description
Over all length 7 – 10mm. This is a fairly large species with a mainly black body. There are paler markings on the thorax and the legs and antennae are dark orange. The wings are black, with a dense pattern of white spots and a strong black border.
Habitat
Damp grassland and hedgerows. The larvae feed on terrestrial snails. Can be found across most of the reserve.
Status and Distribution
A common and widespread species, though it does show a southerly bias.
Best Time to See
May to September.
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