Tansy beetle  (Chrysolina graminis)

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Range

This beetle was once very widespread in Britain, but is currently endangered (3). It is now restricted to the banks of the River Ouse around York (3).

You can view distribution information for this species at the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.

Habitat

Occurs on Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) beside riverbanks (1).

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