Scorpion Fly.
Scientific name: Panorpa communis.
The scorpion fly, as its name suggests, has a curved 'tail' that looks like a sting. It is, in fact, the males' claspers for mating. It is yellow and black, with a long 'beak'. Look for it in gardens and woods. Info: The Wildlife Trusts.
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Scorpion Fly.
Scientific name: Panorpa communis.
The scorpion fly, as its name suggests, has a curved 'tail' that looks like a sting. It is, in fact, the males' claspers for mating. It is yellow and black, with a long 'beak'. Look for it in gardens and woods. Info: The Wildlife Trusts.
Many thanks to people who view or comment on my photos.
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Uploaded on June 21, 2021
Taken on June 18, 2021