Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Conisternum decipiens
Posted by nielsyese on 22-04-2011 22:25
#1
I have problems in identificating this fly, as I only have these two pictures. It was in a salty area near the sea, the Netherlands.
Edited by nielsyese on 23-04-2011 14:31
Posted by nielsyese on 22-04-2011 22:26
#2
2nd (last) picture
Posted by Stephen R on 22-04-2011 23:47
#3
It's a wild guess, but could it be
Trichopalpus fraternus (Scathophagidae)?
Posted by Stephane Lebrun on 23-04-2011 09:58
#4
My guess is
Conisternum decipiens : seems to have only one proclinate orbital (the most in front), and I see the typical brown spot on the anepisternum.
Trichopalpus fraternus would have 2 proclinate, a darker frons (only orange on the anterior part + upper part of parafacialia), and the 1st flagellomere is more sharp at the apex.
Posted by nielsyese on 23-04-2011 14:32
#5
Today I have caught one and it is indeed Conisternum decipiens. Thanks for help!