Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Definite Syrphid - request ID

Posted by Calilasseia on 24-08-2012 23:52
#1

This handsomely marked little beast has been in the "in tray" awaiting an ID for a little while. UK fauna again.

Location: OS Grid Reference SJ496853
Date: 10/08/2012 18:19 BST
Habitat: Scrub grassland, featuring abundant Bramble & Nettle growth, with an adjacent playing field. Trees in the vicinity include Oak, Rowan, Sycamore (the latter mature).
Conditions: Warm, humid, intermittently sunny.

Posted by Roger Thomason on 25-08-2012 02:20
#2

Female Melanostoma sp. either mellinum or scalare

Take your pick...Frown

http://www.dipter...d_id=41706

Wink

Edited by Roger Thomason on 25-08-2012 02:21

Posted by Calilasseia on 06-09-2012 03:01
#3

Thank you!!! I'll update the database accordingly Smile