Posted by Alan Outen on 03-04-2012 18:00
#1
I have recently returned from co-leading a natural history tour in northern Cyprus. My principal role was as a Botanist but inevitably I could not ignore the insects, with in particular some very interesting looking Diptera. Large numbers of this species were feeding around the flowers of
Eucalyptus gomphocephala at Koprulu reservoir on 28 March. The individuals were about 10mm long. Any suggestions as to identity would be greatly appreciated. I do have a specimen.
Many thanks
Alan
Posted by John Carr on 03-04-2012 18:26
#4
Resembles
Bibio hortulanus -- black legs, red thorax, short R-M crossvein, short inner spur on front tibiae.
Posted by Alan Outen on 04-04-2012 15:48
#5
Thank you John. It seems that this species is certainly known to occur on Cyprus.
Alan