Toxomerus sp.. marginatus? politus? - Allograpta obliqua

Moved

Moved from obliqua or exotica.

Markings on tergite 2 are consistent with obliqua; see:

… Kelsey J.R.P. Byers, 9 January, 2016 - 2:44am

Moved

Moved from Allograpta.

… v belov, 14 December, 2013 - 11:10am

Moved

Moved from Allograpta exotica.

… Ken Wolgemuth, 7 December, 2013 - 3:48pm

Revised ID: Allograpta sp.

I just realized there are two different specimens involved here. Doh! While I am pretty sure they are the same species, I can't be certain. The information in this single photo confirms Allograpta genus, but doesn't suggest species, hence the revised ID. Sorry for any confusion; species ID is solid on your other post.

… Ron Hemberger, 7 December, 2013 - 1:50pm

No worries!

Thank you.

… Amy Goodman, 7 December, 2013 - 1:59pm

Glad you understand. Thanks!

… Ron Hemberger, 7 December, 2013 - 2:00pm

Moved

Moved from Toxomerus.

… Amy Goodman, 28 July, 2013 - 8:09am

ID: It's Allograpta exotica

Identity established with the second post:

It's a subtle and somewhat subjective point, but Toxomerus has a v-shaped notch on the back margin of the eye, while the notch on Allograpta is smoother and shallower.

… Ron Hemberger, 27 July, 2013 - 10:33pm

Baffling!

It does appear to be Toxomerus, but neither of the two species you mentioned. There are some mavericks found in Florida and two adjacent states. Perhaps this is one. Hope you get an expert ID on this one!

(Markings on abdomen look a bit like Allograpta.)

If the flies are still around, try to get a side view focusing on the area below the wings. Also go for a face shot. You have the wing veins and pattern nicely covered with this view.

If your post doesn't draw any comments in a week or so, I'd suggest you move it to Syrphid Flies, as that section will likely get more expert traffic than genus will.

… Ron Hemberger, 25 July, 2013 - 12:16am

Thanks for the advice!

I'll go out tomorrow and see if I can find another friendly one that isn't scared to death of me and see if I can get the requested additional pictures.

… Amy Goodman, 25 July, 2013 - 12:32am

My pleasure, Amy.

Like you, I eagerly await an ID.

… Ron Hemberger, 25 July, 2013 - 1:16am