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Mintho rufiventris (?) sitting on pupae
Niek van Wijk
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Posted on 05-07-2008 09:12
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Dear forum,

This morning I noticed on a Hedera leaf this Tachinid - which I believe to be Mintho rufiventris - sitting on a group of pupae (most of them empty). Was she sitting there by coincidence or did she have something in mind? And can anyone identify these pupae?

Best regards, Niek
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Braconidae (Hymenoptera) pupae? not sure.
 
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Niek van Wijk
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Dear Jorge,

Thank you very much for your reaction,

regards, Niek
 
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Looks like Mintho rufiventris too Smile
 
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Dear Chris,

Thank you for your confirmation.

Best regards, Niek
 
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