Volucella inflata

Habitat: Ancient woodland

Size: Wing length 11-12.75mm

Species Account: By far the scarcest of the UK Volucella species, being found only in woods with abundant deadwood and not north of the wash. Instantly recognisable by the deep orange markings on the abdomen. Flies from May to September

Distribution Map

Volucella inflata (f)
Volucella inflata
Volucella inflata