Smudge-winged Knapweed Picturewing - Acanthiophilus helianthi
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Species Description
Widespread but scattered and uncommon in the southern half of the UK. Habitat includes: Anywhere with Knapweeds, Safflower and Thistles such as meadows, grassland, field margins, downland, coasts, roadsides etc. Length: 4 - 5 mm. Flight period: May to October (peaking in July to late August). Other names include: Safflower Fly, Knapweed Ghost.