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Brachypalpus valgus
Marion Friedrich
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Posted on 14-05-2023 18:58
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Hi,
is species ID possible? I assume it could be a male Brachypalpus valgus, but I am unsure.

Greetings, Marion

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Hi Marion, C. valgus is correct.

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Marion Friedrich
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Hi Helge,
thank you for confirmation of B. valgus.

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