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Sesia bembeciformis
An excellent Hornet mimic. Luckily it can be identified by the lack of a "wasp waist", plus it's hairy! Larvae overwinter twice before emergence.
Lives as a larvae in the trunks of well established Sallows and Willows. Adults are rarely seen.
Spotted on Jul 18, 2015
Submitted on Jul 18, 2015
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It's unique that there is such a difference in size between the male and female! Great capture!