Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Queensland Au. Black buzzer help ID please.

Posted by Trev on 29-08-2010 05:42
#1

Hi guys,
This little (about 10mm) fly was buzzing around my worm farm and landed just long enough for a shot. Any ideas anyone?

Posted by jorgemotalmeida on 29-08-2010 09:44
#2

Syrphidae. Maybe an Eumerus ? Wait for the syrphidists. :)

Edited by jorgemotalmeida on 29-08-2010 09:44

Posted by Maddin on 30-08-2010 02:56
#3

Jorge is correct it is the (introduced) Eumerus obliquus (female)...
Cheers
Martin

Posted by Trev on 30-08-2010 05:36
#4

Thanks guys for the help, a new one for me.