Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Syrphidae - perhaps Cheilosia variabilis ? --> yes

Posted by kuv on 01-11-2013 16:48
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Dates: Northern Germany, Schleswig-Holstein, Stadt Schenefeld, at an uncultivated natural area near a small rivulet, 25 msm, Outsidefoto: kuv, 17th of May 2013. Comparing with photographs of diptera gallery, I think it could be Cheilosia perhaps albitarsis? Please help.
Kuv
Edited by kuv on 06-11-2013 10:22

Posted by kuv on 01-11-2013 16:54
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Second pic:

Posted by kuv on 01-11-2013 16:54
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Third pic:

Posted by Juergen Peters on 01-11-2013 17:42
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Hi Kuv,

my opinion as a non-expert: Cheilosia variabilis. Very common here in spring, too.

Posted by kuv on 05-11-2013 16:04
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Thank you very much Jürgen - Smile
I'll change the heading to "Cheilosia variabilis?".
Best regards Kuv

Posted by Ectemnius on 05-11-2013 21:19
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Hello Kuv,

The habitus, slightly darkened wings and the profile of the head would definately make this C. variabilis.
C. variabilis is a typical species whom in may sits on leaves of bushes and trees in sunny spots along a forest path.

Greetings,

Ectemnius

Posted by kuv on 06-11-2013 10:21
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Thank you very much - Smile Smile Smile
Best regards Kuv