Thread subject:
Diptera.info :: Fly on Daisy
Posted by
Stephen
on 18-07-2005 13:15
#1
I would really appreciate it if anyone can tell me what family this fly is in. Of course, any other information would be appreciated too!
Posted by
Gerard Pennards
on 18-07-2005 17:34
#2
Hello Stephen,
This is a male syrphid of the species Syritta pipiens.
Characteristic are the thick hind femur, the shape of the head and abdomen and it's coloration.
Greetings
Posted by
Stephen
on 20-07-2005 00:02
#3
Gerard, Thanks very much for your help! I was delighted that you could get it all the way to species.
