Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Merodon from Rhodes. >Merodon pulveris
Posted by piros on 02-02-2026 17:40
#1
Found south of Moni Thari (Laerma) on 8_10_2025.
I know Merodon is a difficult genus, esp. in Eastern Mediterranean, but I am hoping that someone may be able recognize this sp, by its habitus,
or at least the species group!
Greetings,
Henrik
Edited by piros on 02-02-2026 19:33
Posted by piros on 02-02-2026 17:41
#2
2.
Posted by piros on 02-02-2026 17:42
#3
3.
Posted by JWV on 02-02-2026 17:46
#4
Hi,
Quite a small specimen? With these well defined pollinose vittae on the scutum, maybe have a look in the M. natans group?
Best,
Jonne
Posted by piros on 02-02-2026 18:51
#5
Thank you, I'll do that!
Yes, it is quite small!
Edited by piros on 02-02-2026 18:51
Posted by piros on 02-02-2026 19:20
#6
So it should be Merodon pulveris!
https://arthropod-systematics.arphahub.com/article/65861/zoom/fig/112/
Thank you Jonne, you made my day! :)
Edited by piros on 02-02-2026 19:21