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Jan Zwaaneveld
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Posted on 18-04-2008 21:32
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I found this fly today in a small wooded area near the river Linge near Leerdam, Netherlands. It was appr. 5 mm long. I think it could be Hydrotaea (Muscidae), is that correct? And is it possible to tell which species it is from these photographs?

Thanks in advance for any help.

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This is a male Fannia. Maybe Nikita can say more...
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Thank you, Stephane. I will change the title of this thread, maybe it will draw Nikita's attention Smile
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I think it is Fannia mollissima
1. long and complet row av on f3
2. apically notched f2 with characteristis bristles
3. early spring Grin
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Oh yes, the only Fannia with elongated mouth edge and club-shaped abdomen ! I had noticed these features in my little notebook (words from Kahis) but I didn't remember. I add your chaetotaxy remarks. Smile
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Nikita and Stephane, thanks very much for your help!
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