Posted by Bruce Marlin on 31-12-2004 17:10
#1
I only saw this fly one time - this photo was taken near Chicago, IL USA on May 25. Thanks for any help with ID.
I love the Syrphidae!
Edited by Bruce Marlin on 02-01-2005 19:15
Posted by Bruce Marlin on 02-01-2005 17:53
#2
Is that image loading for anyone else? Each time I look, it does not load. Hm. Anyway..
Posted by Gerard Pennards on 02-01-2005 18:07
#3
Hello Bruce,
I have already send you a private message to tell you the picture doesn't load when I open your message!
You should ask webmaster (Paul) to help you!:D
Greetings
Posted by Gerard Pennards on 02-01-2005 21:19
#4
Hello Bruce,
This is indeed a female of
Toxomerus.
The picture is perfect for identification, because the key characteristic feature of the genus
Toxomerus is the triangular emargination on the eye margin at or above level of insertion of the antenna.
This is clearly visible in this picture!
North of Mexico there are 17 species of this genus, so for the species it is a bit more difficult.
Maybe somebody with more knowledge of American Syrphids can give more information about the species!
Greetings,