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Pretty sure that's a Milichiidae
LeCrapoutch
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Posted on 11-05-2021 19:17
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Hello hello !
During my quest for Acroceridae I stumble upon this absolute beast of 3mm. I'm quite sure that's a Milichiidae but i'd like to be sure before going further since this family seems to lack knownledge.

North of France, 11/05/2021 in some humid high grasses.

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Thanks already !
 
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I have to disappoint you: Agromyzidae
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Aw, thanks for correcting me ! From what I read, I guess I've got to take out genitalias... I'll try once I get my binocular microscope Smile
 
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It is a female...
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