Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Big Blue Fly

Posted by oceanlis2000 on 17-01-2011 11:11
#1

I've seen this fly quite a few times but have never been able to get an ID, it's quite a stunner with its shimmering blue bands on the abdomen

Would appreciate any help

Edited by oceanlis2000 on 17-01-2011 11:14

Posted by oceanlis2000 on 17-01-2011 11:14
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Photo 2

Posted by oceanlis2000 on 17-01-2011 11:15
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Photo 3

Posted by oceanlis2000 on 17-01-2011 11:15
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Photo 4

Posted by Stephen R on 17-01-2011 12:03
#5

Calliphora vicina female. I agree this is a very handsome fly. Look out too for its cousin C. vomitoria which has a ginger beard!

Posted by oceanlis2000 on 24-01-2011 12:08
#6

Thanks Stephen

I have seen C. vomitoria great fly too- my photos aren't quite as good though

Elisabeth