Sesiidae

52.006 White-barred Clearwing Synanthedon spheciformis ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

Notable B

Similar species:

Forewing: 12 to 14mm

Habitats: Heathland, damp woodland margins, pond and stream margins and raised bog.

Habits: The male is attracted to pheromone lures and has been recorded at Guilder-rose blossom.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on Alder or birches. It lives within the inner wood near the base of the trunk or in the roots. The larva overwinters twice before emerging through a five millimetre exit hole that can be found by looking for a frass pile on the ground below.