Rare Longhorn Tanner Beetle - Prionus coriarius - found in Pyrford, Surrey

If one takes the time to look, it is amazing what can be found in an ordinary suburban garden. Mind you, this very large beetle was hard to miss. It is a Longhorn Tanner Beetle  - Prionus coriarius - and it is a scarce (Na, Nationally Notable) UK species.

A beautiful Rosemary Beetle (Chrysolina americana)

Whilst delighted to find this jewel like beetle in my garden, I was less pleased when I discovered she will be eating my rosemary and lavender bushes.

Rosemary Beetle, photo M.Malcher

Black Headed Cardinal Beetle

The Black-headed Cardinal Beetle, Pyrochroa coccinea found enjoying the Woking sunshine..