Thread subject: Diptera.info :: large Bulgarian fly species

Posted by Alan Outen on 03-07-2012 19:44
#1

I have recently returned from co-leading a Botanical tour in Bulgaria where this large fly (body length 20mm) was visiting Verbascum flowers at a roadside stop near Dospat on 28 June 2012. Any suggestions on identification would be appreciated.

Very many thanks

Alan

Posted by Tony Irwin on 03-07-2012 22:58
#2

Pangonius possibly pyritosus (Tabanidae)

Posted by Alan Outen on 07-07-2012 08:54
#3

Many thanks Tony. I do have the specimen if it would be of any interest.

Alan

Posted by Tony Irwin on 07-07-2012 09:52
#4

I'd be happy to check the identity for you. It is recorded as widespread in that part of Europe, including Bulgaria.

Posted by Alan Outen on 07-07-2012 13:29
#5

Many thanks Tony. I will post it next week.

Alan