Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Which Syrphus spec. ?

Posted by Volkmar on 11-06-2025 19:54
#1
Good evening,
this morning I found this hoverfly in my garden. It was making a rather loud flight noise. Can anyone tell me what species it is?
Best regards, Volkmar
Data: Germany, North Rhine-Westphalia, D-59821 Arnsberg, 235 m, 11.6.2025.
Edited by Volkmar on 11-06-2025 19:55

Posted by Juergen Peters on 12-06-2025 00:04
#2
No Syrphus. It is Merodon equestris.

Posted by Volkmar on 12-06-2025 11:01
#3
Thank you for your help and for identifying this fly. :)

Best regards
Volkmar