Diptera.info :: Identification queries :: Diptera (adults)
 Ephydridae
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| fredroh |
Posted on 17-09-2025 19:09
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I key this to Ephydra sp, with E. riparia and E. macellaria known from Norway. However, I do not find any Ephydra species with such a prominent abdominal pattern? I am appreciative of any input! From Southern Norway 25.08.2025 fredroh attached the following image:  [198.99Kb] |
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| fredroh |
Posted on 17-09-2025 19:09
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Posted on 17-09-2025 19:10
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| fredroh |
Posted on 20-09-2025 08:37
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| Tony Irwin |
Posted on 22-09-2025 12:36
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I agree that it is Ephydra, but as it is a female, I'm not sure that it can be easily identified. The dark marks on the abdomen appear to be where the dusting is obscured by grease from the internal organs. Certainly the intensity of the markings, and the very sharp border of the markings are not typical of a pattern created by dark and pale dusting. The symmetry of the greasy marks is unusual but does occur occasionally.
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| fredroh |
Posted on 22-09-2025 18:48
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Thank you for your valuable input, Tony!
Edited by fredroh on 22-09-2025 18:48 |
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