Bug ID

[Ryewolf]

So I spotted this, not really sure what it is. Size: roughly 4cm, spotted on an Oak Tree. I t did fly - not very well, but still managed it.

 

[Andy Johnson]

Longhorn beetle Rhagium mordax. Nice pics.

 

[Ryewolf]

Thanks Andy, I've never seen one before.

 

[Paul Iddon]

Nice find m8 - wouldn't have thought an oak would be a home for it - I only ever find them on the ground!

Paul.

 

[Ryewolf]

Thanks Paul, I quite often see beetles up in trees on leaves, first time I've seen one so didn't really know where you'd usualy find them.

 

[GardenersHelper]

Oh, lots of lovely detail in the second one. Nice pose too. I like that a lot.

Top end could be pulled down slightly perhaps?