Eutomostethus luteiventris is a species of sawfly belonging to the family Tenthredinidae, subfamily Blennocampinae.BioLib
Distribution and habitat This species is present in the Nearctic realm and in most of Europe, with exception of the Balkan and Iberian Peninsula.Fauna europaea It mainly inhabits wet meadows and hedge rows.
Description
Eutomostethus luteiventris can reach a length of .J.K. Lindsey Commanster Head, antennae and thorax are shining black. Abdomen is orange, with black basal plates and apical segments. Wings are rather infuscate. Legs are mainly orange, but the apical half of the forefemurs are black.David R. Smith Nearctic sawflies: I. Blennocampinae : adults and larvae Volume 4
Biology Adults can be found in May and July, while larvae are present in July and August. Adults feed on nectar of Anthriscus sylvestris, while larvae are monophagous, feeding only on Juncaceae (Juncus articulatus, Juncus conglomeratus and Juncus effusus). Plant Parasites in Europe
References
External links
Bug Guide D & JP Balmer