Thread subject: Diptera.info :: strange dipteran larva found indoors

Posted by Jakob on 23-10-2019 19:10
#1

Hello,
this larva was found inside a sleeping room in Germany. Larvae like this where found regulary in that room, about two of them every few days. It was not possible to identify a food source, they where just crawling around on the floor.

I think it´s Diptera, but i´m not 100% sure. Can anyone identify it further? I can provide additonal pictures and video footage if needed.

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(the scalebar is in cm)

Thanks,
Jakob

Posted by Tony Irwin on 23-10-2019 20:01
#2

I would suggest Volucellla inanis - they often emerge from the wasp nests where they live and crawl around looking for a pupation site. I think you may find a wasp nest in the roof above the bedroom.

Posted by Jakob on 23-10-2019 22:07
#3

Thank you!
Do you know what conditions they need for pupation? It may be worth a try rearing them.

Posted by Tony Irwin on 24-10-2019 17:53
#4

They form a fairly tough puparium, so you should be able to rear them OK. As with most Diptera, they will need a small amount of moisture (a slightly damp tissue will do) in order to emerge successfully. And they may need a period of cold and then warm to make them think they've overwintered.