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 Helophilus trivittatus??
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| Iolaire |
Posted on 05-09-2007 09:32
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 Member Location: Langedijk, Netherlands Posts: 192 Joined: 17.08.07 |
Hi everybody, The Helophilus species have always been a bit of a problem for me. The differences are far from significant and three species are quite common in the area where I life. Two pictures: I think both are Helophilus trivittatus. Can anyone give confirmation or suggestions? Photo 1:  Photo 2:  Thanks! Best regards, Iolaire |
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| amalia_raluca |
Posted on 06-09-2007 07:32
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 Member Location: Romania Posts: 590 Joined: 22.03.07 |
H. trivittatus indeed. Best wishes, Amalia |
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| Andre |
Posted on 06-09-2007 15:30
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 Member Location: Tilburg, the Netherlands Posts: 2111 Joined: 18.07.04 |
Hi... I reccommend that you buy the "Zweefvliegentabel" of the Jeugdbondsuitgeverij (www.jeugdbondsuitgeverij.nl). This is a good help to teach you to identify Syrphidae in the field. Good luck! Another good thing is to join the "Sectie Diptera" of the NEV (www.nev.nl/dipt.html)  |
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| Iolaire |
Posted on 06-09-2007 16:00
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Member Location: Langedijk, Netherlands Posts: 192 Joined: 17.08.07 |
Hi Andre, Thanks for the recommendations. I've already bought several books on Syrphidae, including a "zweefvliegentabel" and a very comprehensive English book. Lots to look into but I don't always have the time! Most queries I post when at work (during coffeebreaks)  The books I leave at home. I study them whenever I can, but with a little girl running around the house it's only in the later hours of the evening (and night) I can find the time for this. But let's say I'm working on it!! Until then I'm gratefull to be able to post questions on this or other forums. One day I hope to be able to give (100%) answers to other peoples questions on the subject(s)!Thanks again! I'll certainly take a look at that site you mentioned! Best regards, Iolaire |
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