Whilst out at the weekend we came across two insects species which we need help to identify. The beetle was found at Risby Warren which is sandy heathland (my guess is Violet ground beetle) and the bee was found on the slope between Whitton and Alkborough - if you know their identity it would be great if you would leave a comment.
Hello Clare,
ReplyDeleteI believe the bees you saw on the grasslands above Alkborough flats were Tawny mining bees. The females have a lovely orange fox like colouring. They are just one brooded and sunny spring days is the best time to see them. I'm not sure on the Beetle yet, but it does remind me of the Violet ground Beetle.
Nicholas