Authorvan Veen, M.
Year2004
TitleHoverflies of Northwest Europe: Identification keys to the Syrphidae
TypeBook/Report
How CompleteAll the species of north-western European (including Great Britain) known at the time
Source256pp, KNNV Publishing
IllustrationsColour photographs and line drawings
Review (by Malcolm Storey)English text.
Examine Stereo Microscope
Specimen PreparationPinned specimens; (male) genitalia needed in some cases. The Key to Genera uses thoracic underside characters which may be concealed if the specimen hasn’t been set with the head forward and legs apart.

Notes & PurposeStatusTaxonEnglishClassification
For identificationCurrentSYRPHIDAEhover flies, drone flies, flower flies, hoverflyAnimalia: Diptera
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