Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Tipula sp
Posted by Christophe Grangier on 11-05-2011 15:00
#1
Hello
I've found that Cranefly in a wet area (Carex + Alnus) inside an oak and hornbeam wood. It measures 26 mm (head+ body).
I've no doubt that it is genus
Tipula and I do suppose it would be of greater help if it has its wings opened...
And...er... I forgot to look for its sex.
However, it has beautiful green eyes :) and probably white spots on wings (I know, you can't see the pattern).
Even a group of suitable species will be welcome.
Thank you
Posted by Christophe Grangier on 11-05-2011 15:02
#2
Bois de la Croix, SICCIEU 38460 FRANCE 17/04/2011
Christophe Grangier
Edited by Christophe Grangier on 11-05-2011 15:03
Posted by John Carr on 11-05-2011 16:10
#3
It is female. The tip of the ovipositor is visible.
Posted by Christophe Grangier on 12-05-2011 17:34
#4
oh yes indeed. Thank you John
Maybe I must change my spectacles
Posted by clovis on 12-05-2011 18:12
#5
Well, if you want a group a species, i think it could be
Tipula luna or
decipiens ;)
Posted by Christophe Grangier on 13-05-2011 16:46
#6
Great! Thanks a lot, Clovis!