Thread subject: Diptera.info :: what species is this ?

Posted by Makro Freak on 28-04-2008 16:33
#1

hi,

i found that beauty today on Caltha palustris in a swamp. any idea ?

best regards

richard

Posted by Makro Freak on 28-04-2008 16:34
#2

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Posted by Kahis on 28-04-2008 17:49
#3

Sphegina montana (Syrphidae), It's a rather rare species at least in Finland, so well done!

Posted by Makro Freak on 28-04-2008 20:05
#4

wow! i never imagined that this could be a syrphid (Eristalinae). thank you very much, kahis.