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Muscoidea --> Fannia sp.
rafalk
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Rather little fly ( c.a 5mm ) with deeply black scutellum. I apologize for the poor picture. Central Poland 11.06
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Tony Irwin
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I'd suggest Azelia (Muscidae)
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Stephane Lebrun
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The mid leg is strongly modified (tubercle on tibia, femur swollen with strong hairs) : it is more likely a male Fannia.
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Looks like some dark spots on the abdomen - are these characteristic of Fannia?
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I have never found Fannia before. Thanks and regards.
Rafał
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Tony Irwin
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Yes, I'd overlooked the legs - not quite right for Azelia! awkward
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