Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Second Fly, Mescalero Sands, New Mexico, USA
Posted by Stephen on 17-05-2006 00:34
#1
In the Mescalero Sands of New Mexico, Shinnery Oak is the dominant species. This Oak on average reaches a height of ten to twelve inches!
That was where this fellow made his home. ID help?
Posted by Paul Beuk on 17-05-2006 06:13
#2
Again Therevidae, maybe the same species as the other one you found on the same locality, but this is a male. I realise there are more differences than just the obvious female/male (this one has completely dark legs) but it is possible there may be more sexual dimorphism than the general body build in Therevidae. Still, different species is also a possibility.
Posted by Maddin on 17-05-2006 21:01
#3
This is a Therevidae male of the species rich genus Pherocera. Most species of this genus are undescribed and there is a revision in work for the last 30 years. This genus occurs in the SW-United States and Northern Mexico and is found mainly on sand dunes or sandy soil. They can be found locally in large numbers.
Martin
Posted by Stephen on 18-05-2006 10:27
#4
Paul, Maddin, Thanks very much for the ID help!