Thanks Steve, that gave me something to work on and I am pretty sure it is Byturus ochraceus--Fruitworm Beetle. It is often seen on Ranunculus species.
The only other species in Britain is Byturus tormentosus--Raspberry Beetle which is a serious pest of cane fruits.
I hasten to add my sighting was not in our area but down in the midlands.
I think they're some species of Pollen Beetle, Philip.
ReplyDeleteThey're often very numerous on Oil Seed Rape crops, though not a harmful pest as far as I know.
Thanks Steve, that gave me something to work on and I am pretty sure it is Byturus ochraceus--Fruitworm Beetle. It is often seen on Ranunculus species.
ReplyDeleteThe only other species in Britain is Byturus tormentosus--Raspberry Beetle which is a serious pest of cane fruits.
I hasten to add my sighting was not in our area but down in the midlands.