2 caterpillars and a Larva

[sebastianbawn]

All found near a stack of fence panels in work (Bristol). There are trees and bushes nearby, the only ones I know though are Brambles and Hawthorn!

[sebastianbawn]

I am wondering if the larva is of a beetle? Although I thought most beetle larva are found in rotting wood or underground?

[aeshna5]

Originally Posted by sebastianbawn

I am wondering if the larva is of a beetle? Although I thought most beetle larva are found in rotting wood or underground?

Agree it's a beetle, but I'm sure 1 of the coleopterists on here will give you a more precise ID. Beetle larvae can be found anywhere depending on the species.

[charlieb]

The second photo is of a Bright-line Brown-eye (the first could be as well )

[sebastianbawn]

Thanks all. Charlieb I agree with the second pic. Pic one though, not so sure as it seems to have a dark longitudinal line. I know this species larvae can be green or brown, but the yellow line seems a common trait. Any ideas?

[Dogghound]

Yes a Beetle. Staphylinidae of the Staphylininae Sub Family.

[sebastianbawn]

Thank you Dogghound. Do you think it is possible to get it to at least genus level?

[Dogghound]

Im sure it might be possible with the correct Keys (Which I dont have ). You can rule out species like Staphylinus and Ocypus if thats any help. Its a huge subfamily.

[sebastianbawn]

Well thats something to go on, many thanks Dogghound. Now just pic one if anyone knows? Or if indeed it is the same species as pic 2

[Lance Morgan]

First two look like Brown eye BL either dead or pre pupal or both.