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Pale-legged Stem-sawfly - Calameuta pallipes

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Pale-legged Stem-sawfly Pale-legged Stem-sawfly - Calameuta pallipes dylan Grow Wilder 23 Jun 2025, 8:15 p.m. 21 Jun 2025, 12:53 p.m.
Pale-legged Stem-sawfly Pale-legged Stem-sawfly - Calameuta pallipes dylan Grow Wilder 23 Jun 2025, 8:15 p.m. 21 Jun 2025, 12:53 p.m.
Pale-legged Stem-sawfly Pale-legged Stem-sawfly - Calameuta pallipes dylan Grow Wilder 23 Jun 2025, 8:15 p.m. 21 Jun 2025, 12:53 p.m.
Pale-legged Stem-sawfly Pale-legged Stem-sawfly - Calameuta pallipes dylan Grow Wilder 23 Jun 2025, 8:15 p.m. 21 Jun 2025, 12:53 p.m.
Pale-legged Stem-sawfly Pale-legged Stem-sawfly - Calameuta pallipes dylan Grow Wilder 23 Jun 2025, 8:15 p.m. 21 Jun 2025, 12:53 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread throughout the UK but mostly in England and Wales. Habitat includes: Damp grassland. Often seen visiting Buttercups. Length: 4 - 10 mm. Flight period: May to July. Other names include: Small Reed Borer.

Useful Links:

Naturespot

The Sawflies (Symphyta) of Britain and Ireland

Steven Falk

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