Volucella inflata

Description

There is a strong resemblance to the more common species V. pellucens except that the markings on tergite 2 are deep orange, as is the thorax.

Identification difficulty
Habitat

Heavily wooded areas and mainly restricted to ancient semi-natural woodland.

When to see it

May to September peaking in June and July.

Life History

Associated with the sap runs on trees.

UK Status

Records are largely confined south of a line between the Severn and the Wash. Local even in this area, but can be fairly frequent in the most suitable locations.

VC55 Status

Rare in Leicestershire and Rutland. The Burbage Wood record of May 2011 may be the first record for VC55 although it is well recorded in nearby Northamptonshire.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Species profile

Species group:
Hoverflies
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Diptera
Family:
Syrphidae
Records on NatureSpot:
17
First record:
25/05/2011 (Calow, Graham)
Last record:
11/06/2022 (Skevington, Mark)

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