Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Conopidae fly - Myopa picta (male)

Posted by jorgemotalmeida on 02-05-2007 14:28
#1
I will send this specimen to a specialist so we can get a final confirmation!
Because it seems to be a very special fly. Smile
It would be great if it is confirmed M. picta for this one! Through this photo is it possible to tell if we are seeing a male/female? Which is the rule for conopid flies concerning the sex?
Thank you!

Posted by David Clements on 19-05-2007 17:32
#2
I have now seen this specimen, and confirm that it is a male Myopa picta Panzer. This appears to be a new record for Portugal, according to the 2002 checklist.

Posted by jorgemotalmeida on 19-05-2007 19:47
#3
that are great news, David! Thank you! Smile Yes, it is a new species for Portugal. I confirmed it as well. I also have the catalog. Smile