Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Lauxaniidae ?

Posted by mick on 11-03-2012 22:15
#1

Large numbers of 4mm males of this species on fence posts in damp areas of Bookham Common (Broadleaved Woodland, Clay) yesterday 10.iii.2012. I have keyed them out as Lauxaniidae, but may well have made an error somewhere along the line. Is it possible to say if I am in the right family. Any id help appreciated. Thanks, M.
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Posted by rvanderweele on 11-03-2012 22:32
#2

No, it is a calypterate.

Posted by mick on 11-03-2012 22:44
#3

Thanks Ruud, stupid mistake, I did not check all the key characters thoroughly. M.

Posted by mick on 11-03-2012 23:00
#4

Now I make it Anthomyiidae, so I am much happier with that. Thanks, M.

Posted by javanerkelens on 13-03-2012 22:33
#5

Egle species (Anthomyiidae)