Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Bibio marci ??

Posted by davenicholls on 16-11-2008 18:56
#1

Is this Bibio marci? Is the violet sheen on the wings a useful feature? Many thanks.

Posted by Stephane Lebrun on 16-11-2008 19:17
#2

Looks more like a female Dilophus febrilis, same family.

Edited by Stephane Lebrun on 16-11-2008 19:20

Posted by davenicholls on 16-11-2008 19:57
#3

Thanks Stephane. Are the violet tinted wings diagnostic?

Posted by Stephane Lebrun on 16-11-2008 20:11
#4

The darkened wings execpt at apex is a clue indeed..