Soldier beetle
One of our largest soldier beetles, often found on flowers where they hunt other insects.
One of our largest soldier beetles, often found on flowers where they hunt other insects.
These bulky beetles can sometimes be found on flowers in woodland rides or along hedgerows.
The common red soldier beetle is also known as the 'bloodsucker' for its striking red appearance, but it is harmless. It is a beneficial garden insect as the adults eat aphids, and the…
This brightly-coloured beetle is often found feeding on flowers on warm days in late spring and summer.
This beautiful beetle is fond of damp meadows and woodland rides, where it's often found on umbellifers or thistles.
This half day workshop led by Dr Ian Paterson and John Davison, is an opportunity to learn key tips to identify and record butterflies.
A summer nature trail for families with children aged 4-11 years on our beautiful nature reserve at Sutton Courtenay.
A summer nature trail for families with children aged 4-11 years on our beautiful nature reserve at Sutton Courtenay.
A summer nature trail for families with children aged 4-11 years on our beautiful nature reserve at Sutton Courtenay.
A summer nature trail for families with children aged 4-11 years on our beautiful nature reserve at Sutton Courtenay.
Steve Garland, chair of Lancashire Wildlife Trust and beetle expert, explores the world of these incredible, armoured insects.