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Ephydridae - Ochthera schembrii (mantid fly)
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 I found this beauty in Serra da Estrela.

Ochthera by sure. Is it schembrii?
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 another one..
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 Probably, but it would help to see a photo showing the specific characters!
Can we see the front tibiae and tarsi, please?
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 yes. 1 minute. Smile
 
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 here comes the requested photo:
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 Here comes the answer - schembrii! Smile
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 Grin I knew. Smile
Thanks, Tony.

Now it lacks to see the other Ochthera. Grin
 
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