Thread subject: Diptera.info :: A hairy hoverfly - perhaps Eristalis intricaria?

Posted by Bvaleur on 21-07-2017 07:10
#1
Hi
This hairy hoverfly was seen on 20 july.
I am not sure, but could it be Eristalis intricaria?
two pictures.

Best regards
Bo

Posted by Bvaleur on 21-07-2017 07:11
#2
picture no 2 is not so good, but perhaps it is usable.

Posted by Tony Irwin on 21-07-2017 09:29
#3
Where was the fly seen?

Posted by Bvaleur on 21-07-2017 10:14
#4
Hi Tony
The fly was Seen near a lake and a bog with alder in Eastern Denmark
Best regards
Bo

Posted by Tony Irwin on 21-07-2017 12:39
#5
That helps! Wink I'm thinking this may be Eristalis anthophorina, but I'm not familiar with the species, so best to wait for Gerard or another grand master to confirm.

Posted by Bvaleur on 21-07-2017 12:55
#6
Thanks Tony, I'll waiting for Gerard Smile
I think you are right though. Didn't have this species in my mind, it is not common i Denmark.
Best Regards
Bo
Edited by Bvaleur on 21-07-2017 14:01