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Cockchafer Parasite Fly - Dexiosoma caninum

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Cockchafer Parasite Fly Cockchafer Parasite Fly - Dexiosoma caninum dylan Eastville park 14 Jul 2024, 4:56 p.m. 13 Jul 2024, 2:37 p.m.
Cockchafer Parasite Fly Cockchafer Parasite Fly - Dexiosoma caninum dylan North Somerset 29 Aug 2022, 9:25 p.m. 27 Aug 2022, 4:43 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread but scattered throughout the UK. Life story: The larvae are parasitic on the larvae of the Common Cockchafer and other beetles. Flight period: July to September. Length: 10 - 13 mm.

Useful Links:

Naturespot

Steven Falk

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fungalpunknature.co.uk

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TACHINID RECORDING SCHEME

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