Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Male/Female?

Posted by vida on 04-05-2010 20:57
#1

Which one is the male and which one the female? Does anyone perhaps know the species?
These are tiny 3 to 4mm fruit flies that feed on pollen. Taken at our local Botanical Garden in South Africa. Any help will be appreciated.:)

Edited by vida on 04-05-2010 20:58

Posted by Nosferatumyia on 04-05-2010 21:33
#2

Tephritidae: Desmella sp. cf. anceps Lw. (or, less possible, Campiglossa sp. ex ignobilis group). Wing pattern is poorly visible.
Wonderful shot!!!

Of course, the lady is below, and the gent is above. But whatta kamasutra!

Edited by Nosferatumyia on 04-05-2010 21:36

Posted by vida on 05-05-2010 06:17
#3

Valery, thank you very much. Highly appreciated.:)