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unknown diptera -> Tolmerus cf. cingulatus
nowaytofly
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Posted on 22-07-2018 16:31
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Hi, a few minutes ago I got this diptera on the inside of my window. Its about 12..14 mm in length.
Location Germany, Lower Saxony, Region Celle, ~ 40..50 m above ground, July 22nd 2018.
ID to or species possible, male or female? Many thanks, Norbert
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Hello,
maybe i`m wrong but for me looks like Tolmerus cingulatus.
Michael
 
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I second Michael Smile, except that T. cowini can not be excluded.

Greetings,

Henrik
 
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Hello Michael V and also piros. Many thanks for your help to ID this insect. So I would say its "Tolmerus cf. cingulatus". TumbsUp
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