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Pia
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Posted on 04-02-2010 17:45
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Hi,

Fly about 15 mm. For me she looks like Merdon.
Thanks for help.
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Switzerland, Zurich, botan. Garden, 550 msm, 6 mai 2009
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Yes, and probably equestris. Very nice pics!
 
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Andre, many thanks,
Greetings,
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Look at the spines on the hind legs and trochanter, this is either M ruficornis or M armipes....
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Now I see it (Van Veen). Better view of the hind legs would be helpful.
I hope for next season.
Thank you, Martin.
Best regard,
Pia

 
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I should look better! Shame on me Sad
 
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no, no, Andre - as much you've helped me.
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I wasn't sure of my ID, but should then have checked better. And I should study more on Merodon! So if you collect it next time... Wink
 
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