Turnip Sawfly - Athalia rosae
Length is about 7-8 mm. This species is relatively easy to identify, with an orange thorax, abdomen and legs (with black rings) contrasted with black head and 'shoulder pads'. It also has an obvious black front edge to its wings. The abdomen is thick; pointed in female, rounded in male.
More common in the south of England
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Uploaded on February 6, 2018
Taken on May 28, 2016
Turnip Sawfly - Athalia rosae
Length is about 7-8 mm. This species is relatively easy to identify, with an orange thorax, abdomen and legs (with black rings) contrasted with black head and 'shoulder pads'. It also has an obvious black front edge to its wings. The abdomen is thick; pointed in female, rounded in male.
More common in the south of England
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Uploaded on February 6, 2018
Taken on May 28, 2016