Somerset Moths

    Yellow-legged Clearwing

    Synanthedon vespiformis

    SesiidaeABH 52.012 B&F 374

    Long known from the Avon Gorge and around Taunton.  Pheromone lures have shown this species, although far from common, is more widespread than this.

    Adult Verification Grade: 1

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    Yellow-legged Clearwing (Synanthedon vespiformis) photographed in Somerset by Steve Chapple
    Yellow-legged Clearwing (Synanthedon vespiformis) photographed in Somerset by Steve Chapple