AuthorBall, S., Morris, R. & Stubbs, A.
Year2008
TitleRecording Cheilosia albipila and C. grossa by searching for larvae in thistles
TypePrivate publication
IllustrationsColour photographs
Review (by Malcolm Storey)

These two early-flying species are rarely recorded as adults. This guide explains how to find and distinguish the larvae.

Examine with x8 or x10 hand lens ( Stereo Microscope is also useful)
Specimen PreparationLarva in split stem-base
Website urlwww.hoverfly.org.uk/viewtopic.php?p=1370

Notes & PurposeStatusTaxonEnglishClassification
For identification, contains Distribution map, larvaCurrentCheilosia albipilaa hoverflyAnimalia: Diptera: Syrphidae
For identification, contains Distribution map, larvaCurrentCheilosia grossaa hoverflyAnimalia: Diptera: Syrphidae
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