Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Bombyliidae ID
Posted by ckazilas on 01-12-2021 11:59
#1
This bee fly was found on August 2nd on the Greek island of Samos. The fly was spotted close to a water stream. Is this a species of Villa or something completely different? Any help with the identification is highly appreciated.
Posted by eklans on 01-12-2021 17:43
#2
Hi Chris, I don't think it's a Villa - looks more like a Geron sp. but it's difficult to identify without wing venation and beak.
Posted by Xespok on 01-12-2021 22:33
#3
I think this is Anthracinae, but does not look good for Villa. Wing venation would be very important to see.
Posted by ckazilas on 02-12-2021 08:47
#4
Thank you both! Unfortunately, I don't have any other pictures to help with the identification.