Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Tephritidae Turkey confirmation 3

Posted by Cesa on 08-11-2009 09:25
#1

Hello,
A tephritid from East Turkey, similar to Urophora solstitialis. I need help in confirmation.
Many thanks
Muhabbet

Posted by Nosferatumyia on 08-11-2009 10:52
#2

70% possibility U. terebrans, but U. solstitialis is also possible. RTW, a single U. solstitialis with all femora black was recorded from Kars or from Van area (I cannot recall instantly). Indistinguishable from a male.