Wasp beetle  (Clytus arietis)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Threats

This species is still very common across its range and chief threats come from inappropriate management or loss of their woodland habitat.

Conservation

There are currently no conservation projects specifically aimed at preserving the wasp beetle. Although the species has a preference for woodland with plenty of open areas where flowers can grow, it is polyphagous, meaning it can feed from a number of different plant species. The wood-boring larvae only require trees that are host to certain fungi but can be found living within a variety of tree species.

There may be further information about this species available via the National Biodiversity Network Gateway.
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