Posted by Joerg Schneider on 09-11-2023 17:39
#1
During my excursion to the South of Oman this September, I saw quite a number of Asilidae (I hope) and would be very happy if you could help me to sort them out (or even better - ort them in). The region is defined by the huge Omani dessert inland, the Indian Ocean and a small strip of land between those, which is regularly watered by a summerly monsun. Huge biodiversity, although we where a little late and missed a lot.
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The Asilidae came in two sizes, a larger ones around 14-17mm, and smaller ones with 10mm or even less - but with wonderfül eyes.
22-SEP-2023, aride plain, 200m above sea level
Edited by Joerg Schneider on 12-11-2023 18:33
Posted by JWV on 10-11-2023 11:09
#2
Hi,
This is, i think, a representative from the genus Trichardis. There are some publications online about this genus. It could be T. cf. leucocoma, a species cited from some neighboring Arabian countries.
Best,
Jonne
Posted by Joerg Schneider on 10-11-2023 11:16
#3
Thank you, Jonne - I add two more pictures, making it clearer?