A local and possibly declining species. More common in the south of the region.

Eggs laid in bee hives where the larvae feed on old wax. Can become abundant to the detriment of the hive.

Adults not readily attracted to light.

Recorded in 40 (29%) of 140 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1863. Last Recorded in 2022. (Data up to end 2022) Additional Stats

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