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Bombyliidae ID => Geron sp.
Christian Schulz
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Posted on 19-01-2017 11:15
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Hi,

is it possible to ID this Bombyliidae?

France, Provence, Dept. Vaucluse, Ménerbes, 260 m, 2016-08-22.

TIA and regards
Christian
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A female Geron. But the genus is taxonomicly in state of chaos Shock I wouldn't dare to venture a name of species... I gave up working with keys months ago. However, somebody well into Bombyliids might be able to say something...

EDIT: The situation doesn't seem to be as bad in France as it is in the Iberian Peninsula... Only 3 species recorded in France. This might be then the female of Geron halteralis. However, don't take this as a proper ID. It is only tentative Wink A lateral picture showing the face more clearly would be of great help.
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Christian Schulz
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Hi Piluca,

thanks for your explanation and the ID! Unfortunately I've got just this one picture, so I cannot help you out there.

Best regards
Christian
 
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