Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Microdon sp.

Posted by Marion Friedrich on 16-10-2009 07:54
#1

Germany, Chemnitz, 21.05.2006
Is it Microdon analis or another sp.
Thank you. Marion

Posted by Menno Reemer on 16-10-2009 09:55
#2

Yes, it is Microdon analis or aother species!
Recently, M. analis was found to consist of two species: the real M. analis and M. major, which can only be distinguished by larval or pupal characters. So I can't give you a better ID than M. analis/major male.

Posted by Marion Friedrich on 16-10-2009 21:50
#3

Thank you for ID and explanation.