Posted by Sundew on 29-08-2016 00:18
#1
Hi,
Today I came across several tiny black flies belonging to Platypezidae on shrub leaves in a shadowy place. The location is southwestern Germany not far away from Stuttgart.
All were males and proved to belong to at least 2 species (and genera). I have no family key and hope for your help. The first one might be a
Paraplatypeza atra...
Regards, Sundew
Posted by Menno Reemer on 29-08-2016 10:12
#2
Could be Paraplatypeza, but key character (setae on frons) not really visible. May also be Platypeza or Polyporivora.
Posted by Sundew on 29-08-2016 12:35
#3
Right, I am also not sure if I only imagine that tuft of setae... So just a "cf." genus - thanks!