Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Black syrphid

Posted by Michael Becker on 09-06-2007 22:09
#1
Hello,

yesterday this black beelike syrphid visited the plants in my garden in germany. What genus/species is it? (size about 1cm)

Many thanks,
Michael

Posted by amalia_raluca on 09-06-2007 22:22
#2
Merodon sp.

Posted by Michael Becker on 09-06-2007 22:30
#3
Thank you.

Michael

Posted by Paul Beuk on 09-06-2007 23:26
#4
Most likely M. equestris.

Posted by Michael Becker on 10-06-2007 06:26
#5
Then I should be afraid for the many bulbs and for the garlic in my garden. Thanks for the warning,

Michael