Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Australian Tachinidae?

Posted by Graeme Cocks on 28-08-2011 02:04
#1

This looks like a Tachinid, but the arista are plumose and while the subscutellum is present, it is not prominent.
Malaise trap, Townsville, Queensland.

Posted by ChrisR on 28-08-2011 09:46
#2

Yes, it's definitely Tachinidae - possibly tribe Sophiini (if you have it!) or one of the Mintho-related genera :) Would be nice to key-out a specimen when you have a spare :D

Posted by Graeme Cocks on 28-08-2011 20:40
#3

Thanks Chris. Your request is noted.