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Another Tachinidae for ID, C Spain --> Brachymera rugosa
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Found in Las Matas, Madrid, on 08.04.2014 feeding on Thapsia sp. in area with abundant Cistus. Very peculiar head shape. Any ideas? Thanks in advance for any help! Smile
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And the last one.
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WOW!!! This look like Brachymera letochai?!! It looks rather a Brachymera, at least.
 
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Very interesting fly ... reminds me of something but I can't think what it is for now Smile
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Jorge had a near miss.

It is actually Brachymera rugosa.

Excellent find !


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Jorge, Chris, Theo, thank you for the ID and for taking the time to look at my pictures! Smile Smile

Theo, this ID has absolutely made my day!! Wink Wink Wink Thanks a lot! Smile

PD: I have seen it lacks in the gallery. I know what I have to do Wink
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