Megalonotus praetextatus - Megalonotus praetextatus
Favourite Photos
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Megalonotus praetextatus - Megalonotus praetextatus | dylan | Eastville park | 9 Jun 2026, 2:46 p.m. | 8 Jun 2026, 6:22 p.m. | |
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Megalonotus praetextatus - Megalonotus praetextatus | dylan | Eastville park | 9 Jun 2026, 2:46 p.m. | 8 Jun 2026, 6:22 p.m. |
Species Description
Widespread but very localised in the southern half of the UK; predominantly in East Anglia. Habitat includes: Dry open grassy places such as sand dunes, cliffs, gravel pits, sandy grassland, wasteland, dry grassy banks etc. Often associated with Common Stork's-bill (Erodium cicutarium). Adult seen: All year round. Length: 4 - 5 mm.
Useful Links:
Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Federation for Biological Recorders