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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..