Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Unknown family...

Posted by Philippe moniotte on 21-08-2008 10:01
#1
Hi everyone
Can someone help me with this one ? I cannot even decide on a family.
Approx 8 mm.
Vizzavona pass, Corsica, July 31rst 2008

Thanks in advance for your help
Philippe

Posted by Philippe moniotte on 21-08-2008 10:02
#2
of the same fly

Posted by LakeSide on 21-08-2008 10:07
#3
Stomorhina lunata I think. Larvae feed on grasshoppers.

Posted by Philippe moniotte on 21-08-2008 12:22
#4
Thanks Jaco ! I should have known, as I had seen and photographed this species in Spain earlier this year, but somehow...
Thanks again for your help
Philippe