Cylindromyia

Cylindromyia is a genus of flies in the family Tachinidae.

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

Welcome to JungleDragon, Flavio!

Awesome photography. I have to say, Cylindromyia bicolor, doesn't look far off for me. Can you express what differences you see in particular? Posted 4 years ago
1. Flavio
  
  Lion
  
  Hi Ferdy! The photos I've seen didn't look like the eyes are red like my photo and the shape of the rear didn't look exacly right, but maybe there are subtle differences like these in the same species right?
  Thank you for your help :-) Posted 4 years ago, modified 4 years ago
2. 1. Ferdy Christant
    
    Lion
    
    I must admit I'm not an expert on the species. They tend to be rare. I did notice the difference in eye color but wondered if perhaps flash caused it. I did see a few reference photos with slightly red eyes.
    
    Indeed there can be variability between individuals and there can be differences between sexes. Plus, some genuses have many species looking near-identical.
    
    Sometimes it's hard to come to a conclusion. Let's wait a little more to see what others think here and on iNat. Posted 4 years ago
  2. 1. Christine Young
      
      Lion
      
      First, welcome to JungleDragon! Second, I agree that is likely a tachinid in the genus Cylindromyia. I think Cylindromyia bicolor is a great candidate, but Cylindromyia rubida is also very similar and also found in Portugal. Although, Cylindromyia rubida is less common. I agree with Ferdy though, to wait and see what others think. Posted 4 years ago
    2. 1. Flavio
        
        Lion
        
        Thanks for your reply Christine, I will wait for more information then. Posted 4 years ago
      2. Christine Young
        
        Lion
        
        Good luck :) Posted 4 years ago

Flown Kimmerling

Lion

WOW! What an intro, Flavio! Nice to make your acquaintance, and I cannot wait to see more of your photos. Posted 3 years ago, modified 3 years ago
1. Flavio
  
  Lion
  
  Thank you very much Lisa, it will be a pleasure sharing my photos on this amazing community :-D Posted 3 years ago