Abstract

The first larval instar, last larval instar and pupa of Plagionotus Scolaris (Brulle, 1832) are described and illustrations of habitus and structural features are provided. Some notes on natural history and habits of immatures stages are provided. Importance of immature stages in taxonomic review of this group are discussed. Larvae and pupae were found feeding on roots of the Malvaceae Lavatera triloba (L.), single host plant observed for Central Spain population of this species, where associated adults feed on flowers. An ecological differentiation with others populations of Plagionotus scalaris are indicated.

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