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Posted on 17-10-2025 16:17
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 Have a nice Day. One Questin please. Can anyone help me with this striking blue bow tie? Unfortunately I only have these 2 photos. I would be very grateful for an answer.
Data: Austria, Lower Austria, Tattendorf, 220m, vineyard, 19.7.2025, size 8-10 mm
Kind regards Karl.
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 Protophormia terranovae?
https://www.dipte...to_id=2132
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 Protophormia terranovae is correct and it's a female.
Greetings, Eric
 
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