Aphrodes makarovi
This common species is very near the size of the Aprophora's and in truth, is similar at a glance. Aphrodes sp have a sharply pointed vortex with a median keel, which immediately helps towards identification. Aphrodes makarovi is common and widespread, being found on a range of low growing plants. This one was found on Yarrow, at Warsop Main Pit Top in August 2011.
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UK distribution of Aphrodes makarovi
 

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Updated September 2011

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