| DESCRIPTION |
Length between 13 and 21mm. The rainbow coloured underside of the abdomen is quite impressive with a green, yellow and red sequence running from front to back. Females are brownish with a greenish upper surface whereas males are darker but always have a red tip to the abdomen. If one can get a good look at this species then the white tipped palps are the major ID decider. |
| BEHAVIOUR |
Easily disturbed from tussocks and patches of low grass and shrubbery. Will settle for long periods without calling. The call is similar to an alarm clock and is delivered in 5 second periods. |
| DISTRIBUTION |
Localised in southern England. |
| HABITAT |
Open dry, sunny areas near or within woodlands. |
| PERIOD |
July to October. |
