Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Meliscaeva auricollis (female)
Posted by Liliane D on 16-03-2024 10:53
#1
Hello,
March 13, 2024 in the south of France.
Body 7,5 mm.
I noticed that Meliscaeva auricollis has a pale scutellum. But here I see the bicolor scutellum. Is this the criterion for another species?
Thank you for your help
Edited by Liliane D on 28-03-2024 17:26
Posted by Liliane D on 16-03-2024 10:53
#2
An other view
Posted by Liliane D on 22-03-2024 10:11
#3
Identification seems difficult. Shall I record it as female Syrphidae indeterminate?
Posted by JWV on 27-03-2024 20:49
#4
Hi,
Meliscaeva auricollis I would say, maybe the bicolored scutellum is caused by the light
Best,
Jonne
Posted by Liliane D on 28-03-2024 17:31
#5
Thank you very much Jonne,
I think it is indeed this species, with the darker color of the winter generations.