Thread subject: Diptera.info :: ID, Rhingia campestris?

Posted by Juergen G on 06-05-2014 20:54
#1

Is this fly properly diagnosed?
Location: Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, Garden in Nettetal
Date: 01.05.2014
Thanks.

Jürgen

Posted by Sundew on 07-05-2014 21:04
#2

The scutellum colour is very dark for Rh. campestris. It might, however, be a matter of light, there are comparable photos in http://www.nature...campestris. The long straight snout is ok and rules out the rare Rh. borealis (compare http://www.dipter...pid=122714). So Rh. campestris should be ok.

Edited by Sundew on 07-05-2014 21:04

Posted by Juergen G on 08-05-2014 13:12
#3

Thanks Sundew