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Michael Becker
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Hello,

what family (genus or species) is this? I found it in my garden (western germany. size about 8-9mm).

Thanks Michael
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Sylvicola sp, Anisopodidae. I think this fly has just emerged, that is why it does not yet have the colored wings.
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No way to identify it further from this picture. awkward
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Hello,

a yes, I frequently photograph these fresh diptera at my compost and always wonder, what curious species I have found there....

Sylvicola fenestralis is indeed very common in my garden.

Thank you for your answers,
Michael
 
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