Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Temnostoma apiforme? <= confirmed

Posted by Sabine Flechtmann on 23-05-2022 18:09
#1

Dear dipterists,
this syrphid fly was found on May 22, 2022 in Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, northern suburbs of Hamburg at the edge of a wet wood area. The fly was c. 13 - 15 mm in size.
Due to the missing yellow markings at the rear part of the thorax I would determine it as Temnostoma apiforme, a male specimen. Could anyone confirm oder rectify this?
Thank you very much in advance for having a look and an answer.

Best regards,
Sabine Flechtmann

Edited by Sabine Flechtmann on 29-05-2022 12:56

Posted by Sundew on 29-05-2022 03:39
#2

The key by Van Veen (https://books.goo...Temnostoma) leads us to that species. A nice one!
Regards, Sundew

Posted by Sabine Flechtmann on 29-05-2022 12:55
#3

Dear Sundew,
thank you so much for your confirmation!
Best regards,
Sabine Flechtmann