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Tiny Tiny Fly at Mercury Vapor Light
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Posted on 06-08-2006 22:46
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 This fly measured 1.3 mm, though I should add that at this magnification my measurement system is not precision perfect. I measured from the front of the "face" to the rear of the wings.

Photographed at my mercury vapor light, West Virginia, USA, near woodland. The date was August 4.

I would love to know the family of this one too.
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 Cecidomyiidae, possibly Cecidomyia on the venation, but not a firm ID!
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 Thanks, Tony, I appreciate the help!
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