Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Dolichopodidae?

Posted by Jean Leveque on 18-06-2011 06:18
#1

I recently found a swarm of those flies close to a pond in Brussels. About 5 mm long

Edited by Jean Leveque on 18-06-2011 08:36

Posted by Sara21392 on 18-06-2011 07:30
#2

I think Dolichopodidae! :)

Posted by Marc Pollet on 18-06-2011 09:37
#3

Chèr Jean,

I think you are dealing with Dolichopus ungulatus, considering the entirely dark antennae and the multiple preapical bristles on the hind femora.

Cheers,
Marc

Dr Marc Pollet
mpollet.doli@gmail.com

Posted by Jean Leveque on 18-06-2011 10:43
#4

Thank you, Sarah, thank you Marc (Funny you answered on this site: you were next on line anyway!)