Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Could this be a Syrphidae? -> yes, at least Eristalinus

Posted by smol on 04-06-2023 04:41
#1
Not the best picture. The colouration makes me think Syrphidae (like Mesembrius genus), but the eyes make me doubt (not sure if it is Diptera...).

Cambodia - Phnom Penh, 2023-06-02

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Edited by smol on 04-06-2023 16:19

Posted by JWV on 04-06-2023 13:21
#2
Hi,

Certainly Syrphidae, the genus is Eristalinus. I dont know the species in your area but maybe someone else does.

Best, Jonne

Posted by smol on 04-06-2023 16:18
#3
JWV wrote:
Hi,

Certainly Syrphidae, the genus is Eristalinus. I dont know the species in your area but maybe someone else does.

Best, Jonne


Oh that is amazing! Have not found a good source to list the species of south east asia, neither did references show the abdomen without a complex pattern (seemingly, from this angle).

Did not expect a genus from such picture, thank you!