Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Another Diptera from Rome
Posted by
lynkos on 02-07-2005 18:19
#1
Here I am again (defying frustrating problems with my server to connect!) with another Diptera photographed near Rome in Italy. Can anyone help me identify it? Thanks, Sarah
#2
To get you on track: Therevidae (stiletto flies).
Posted by
lynkos on 03-07-2005 14:40
#3
I've done a quick Google on the Therevidae and the nearest I can find is Thereva sp., perhaps T. nobilitata. Thanks a million Paul, Sarah
#4
I am by no means certain about the species mentioned. The illustrated specimen has distinctly marked wings and I cannot recall ever having seen
nobilitata having that in Northwestern Europe. but I may be mistaken...
Posted by
Zeegers on 03-07-2005 20:18
#5
Paul, you are right.
The wing markings should be very distinctive.
Never seen anything like it (in Thereva, that is)
Theo
Posted by
lynkos on 04-07-2005 05:01
#6
Thanks Paul and Theo. I'm starting to realise just how complex (but fascinating) the world of the Diptera really is! For now, I'll just label it as Therevidae, then if I find anything more specific, I'll see what you all think before committing myself! Again, thanks, Sarah
Posted by
Maddin on 21-07-2005 22:56
#7
That is Thereva spiloptera Wiedemann 1824 according to Kevin Holston (Stockholm)...
Posted by
lynkos on 22-07-2005 04:56
#8
Thanks Madden
, Sarah