Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Platypalpus? with dilated tarsomere on mid leg

Posted by Katja on 05-10-2015 04:48
#1

Seen in May in Rock Creek Park, Washington, DC. c1.staticflickr.com/1/701/21769540349_8c43810183_c.jpg

Posted by Tony Irwin on 05-10-2015 08:59
#2

Oh joy! A Platypalpus that can be recognised straight away - but I've no idea what it's called! :D

Posted by John Carr on 05-10-2015 12:59
#3

Platypalpus discifer Loew. Washington, D.C. is the type locality.

Please add to gallery.

Edited by John Carr on 05-10-2015 12:59

Posted by Katja on 05-10-2015 17:22
#4

Thanks! Submitted photo to gallery, but it would only let me upload a tiny thumbnail. Full resolution images are available here: http://www.inatur...ns/2075451

Edited by Katja on 05-10-2015 17:22

Posted by rvanderweele on 05-10-2015 19:18
#5

fantastic! I would like to have that in my collection!!! ;-)