Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Interesting beetle (larva?)

Posted by ChrisR on 01-06-2008 21:03
#1
Saw this strange beetle burrowing into chalky soil in southern England today - size just over 1cm. Can anyone tell me what it might be?
Edited by ChrisR on 01-06-2008 21:18

Posted by Sundew on 01-06-2008 21:30
#2
Might be a Silpha larva (carrion beetle), compare to thread http://www.dipter...ad_id=8551!
Regards, Sundew

Posted by ChrisR on 01-06-2008 23:04
#3
That looks very similar - thanks :) We do have Silpha sp. on the ame site so that is very likely and your photos look a very close match :D