
Scorpion Fly ©Amy Lewis

Jim Higham
Scorpionfly
The scorpionfly, as its name suggests, has a curved 'tail' that looks like a sting. It is, in fact, the males' claspers for mating. It is yellow and black, with a long 'beak'. Look for it in gardens and woods.
Scientific name
Panorpa communisWhen to see
May to SeptemberSpecies information
Statistics
Length: up to 3cmCommon.