Melanina sp. (genus)

Lauxaniid fly at Murrumbateman, NSW

Melanina sp. (genus) at Murrumbateman, NSW - 12 May 2023
Melanina sp. (genus) at Murrumbateman, NSW - 12 May 2023
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Identification history

Melanina sp. (genus) 21 Jul 2023 KimberiRP
Melanina sp. (genus) 12 May 2023 SimoneC

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Not sure what the white material on the thorax is, possibly pollen?

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KimberiRP wrote:
   21 Jul 2023
Yes, that's likely to be pollen grains on the thorax (and head).

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  • 1 Abundance
  • 12 May 2023 01:40 PM Recorded on
  • SimoneC Recorded by

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  • Alyssum Associated plant
  • Less than 5mm Animal size
  • Resting Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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