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Chamaesphecia empiformis (Esper, 1783)

A rare species in Belgium, only known from 3 provinces in the south and east.

The larva bores into the rootstock of Euphorbia cyparissias.

The adults fly in June and July. They are active during daytime.


Belgium, Namur, Belvaux, ex larva May 2001.
(Photo © Theo Garrevoet)

 
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