Ilybius quadriguttatus (Lacordaire, 1835)
Another widespread species, but far less common than most and the fact that there are similar species, means that identification is not certain from photographs. This one was recorded at Budby South Forest in August 2009. Length around 12mm.
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Nottinghamshire (VC56) distribution of Ilybius quadriguttatus
 
 
 
 
The records for the Nottinghamshire distribution map are currently provided by the following contributors - Trevor and Dilys Pendleton. Bob Merritt. Tim Sexton. Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. Peter Kirby (Bentinck Tip & Void Invertebrate survey 2007).

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Updated February 2017
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