Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Hoverfly for ID

Posted by creaturesnapper on 19-06-2016 14:32
#1

I took this picture in North Devon ,and unfortunately it was the only shot I managed before the hoverfly sped off. I don't know if anyone can help with an ID from this angle ,but any help would be much appreciated .

Edited by creaturesnapper on 19-06-2016 14:34

Posted by Ectemnius on 20-06-2016 11:50
#2

Hello creaturesnapper,

Its a Syrphidae; Meliscaeva auricollis. The spots with the oblique hind margin on the abdomen are the feature to look for.

Greetings,

Ectemnius