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Toby
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Posted on 03-08-2009 22:32
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poor photo but don't think i've seen this fly before. SW London near stream, about 3-4mm

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Lauxaniidae
 
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Agromyzidae ???
 
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I think Lonchaeidae
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... or Agromyzidae, as Roger sugested
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hmm. it seems there is no deep notch in the subcostal break. But i might be wrong.
But really seems more agromyzid than lonchaeid..
 
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So we all agree Grin ....it is a fly.
I'll definately get kicked out of the WGC if I am right Frown.
 
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wait a moment! this fly seems to have big calypters FrownShock or is it just a trick of the flash?
 
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agromyzids used to have oc-bristles and this one doesn't have... (not clear though).

lonchaeids used to have closed wings ... not open like this. Maybe Roger is on the right track.
Edited by jorgemotalmeida on 03-08-2009 22:55
 
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Looks similar to one I posted on 16/07 ??
Sorry can't get the link, but it's on Page 2 in my profile.
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Bristles are more weakly visible but is it Agromyzidae, probably Agromyza sp.

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I hereby tender my resignation as "El Supremo" of the Wild Guesses Club.
It is with a heavy heart........
Continued on page 94


The initials will be retained for the new, and much more apt....Waffling Garbage Club.
Membership is free...mainly due to Admin. Costs, and failure of previous WGC Member (sole) Lagura to pay his Fees.

El Supremo WGC Mk.2...
All Hail Cool
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