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.