Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Tachinidae?
Posted by Niek van Wijk on 22-06-2008 10:05
#1
Dear forum,
I took this picture today in my garden. The shape makes me think of Tachinidae but I find the back not enough "spiky" Is it a Tachinid and can it be further identified?
Best regards, Niek
Posted by Stephane Lebrun on 22-06-2008 10:08
#2
This is
Pollenia (Calliphoridae).
Posted by Niek van Wijk on 22-06-2008 10:23
#3
Dear Stephane,
Thank you for your help again.
Best regards, Niek
Posted by ChrisR on 22-06-2008 11:12
#4
I agree -
Pollenia - see the wavy, golden hairs on the thorax and that chequered pattern on the abdomen - very distinctive :)
Posted by Niek van Wijk on 22-06-2008 12:22
#5
Dear Chris,
Thank you for the additional information, that will help me when I see one in the future again.
Best regards, Niek