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Representing a remarkable and most unexpected addition to the Nottinghamshire
fauna, this stunning species was found and photographed by Sean Browne
at a location in Beeston in Nottingham in June 2021. Known only from a
few localities in southern counties of the UK and slightly closer to
Nottinghamshire in Norfolk, Trichius gallicus is a largely
continental Chafer and one which is moving northwards. It is believed to
have possibly colonised some UK sites in the last few years, so further
records are likely. Grateful thanks go to Sean for contacting us
regarding his find so quickly and for allowing the use of his superb
photographs here. |
