Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Tabanus ?

Posted by FrankH on 14-06-2011 20:22
#1

Hello, I saw this Tabanidae in Germany, Kyffhäuser at the beginning of June, the length was about 12-13 mm. Is it possible to identify the species?
Thanks a lot and best wishes, Frank

Posted by Zeegers on 15-06-2011 19:04
#2

First impression was T. autumnalis, however, that is much bigger. Sure about the size ?

Do you remember if there was an eyeband ?


Theo

Posted by FrankH on 15-06-2011 20:06
#3

Thank you Theo! I´m rather sure that there was no eyeband. And the size? It might be 15 mm, but not more....
Best wishes, Frank

Posted by Zeegers on 17-06-2011 15:21
#4

Next time, check the colouration of the eyes and the number of the bands,
Or, more simple, take a frontal picture.

This one will remain unidentified....


Theo

Posted by FrankH on 20-06-2011 13:40
#5

Thank you Theo, I will pay attention to your advises in future....best wishes, Frank