Variable Longhorn | Hainault Forest

Variable Longhorn

Stenocorus meridianus

TQ4793 21/05/2022 ©Raymond Small

Prefers open or fragmented deciduous woodland with lots of marginal vegetation, often in locations exposed to the sun and supporting a range of flowers where they feed on pollen. Adults (15-27mm) have a short season, typically June and July, although during warm weather they may become active from mid-May and sometimes persist until August. Mating mainly takes place on the ground or low on tree trunks. The body colouration is variable hence the name.