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Cantharis lateralis - Cantharis lateralis

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Cantharis lateralis Cantharis lateralis - Cantharis lateralis dylan Horfield Common 31 May 2026, 4:02 p.m. 30 May 2026, 3:13 p.m.
Cantharis lateralis Cantharis lateralis - Cantharis lateralis dylan Horfield Common 31 May 2026, 4:02 p.m. 30 May 2026, 3:14 p.m.
Cantharis lateralis Cantharis lateralis - Cantharis lateralis dylan Horfield Common 31 May 2026, 4:02 p.m. 30 May 2026, 3:14 p.m.
Cantharis lateralis Cantharis lateralis - Cantharis lateralis dylan Horfield Common 31 May 2026, 4:02 p.m. 30 May 2026, 3:14 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread and fairly frequent throughout much of England, becoming more coastal in Wales and rare in Scotland. Habitat includes: grassland, coasts, road verges etc. Particularly favouring thistles and Umbellifers. Flight period: May to July. Length: 5 - 7 mm.

Useful Links:

Naturespot

UK Beetle Recording

www.eakringbirds.com

The Essex Field Club

Wikipedia

iNaturalist

GBIF

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