Showing posts with label compost heap; unknown insect;. Show all posts
Showing posts with label compost heap; unknown insect;. Show all posts

Tuesday, 12 November 2013

Compost heap killer...

Throwing dead flower heads onto the compost, Colin made an interesting observation. There were several large "wasp" like creatures devouring the rotten apples and pears.

We both watched them for a while and noticed they were going deep into the rotten fruit bodies.
Then the strangest sight... The "wasp" emerged with a blue-bottle in its grip and flew off purposefully towards the tall poplar trees...

We haven't witnessed this behaviour before and wonder if anyone can shed any light on these fascinating creatures. Our internet search and scouring through our books has revealed nothing as to its identity.