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Platypalpus agilis
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Posted on 13-05-2007 22:08
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Date: 2007-MAY-11
Location: Southeast Sweden (?land)
Habitat: Resting in a flower on grass field

Only one shot of this rather small fly (<10mm). I think it might be a Tachypeza sp (Hybotidae). I am grateful for any help with the ID.

Edit: Changed subject (Tachypeza sp?)
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Trying to run it through the Scandinavian key as best I can I arrive at Platypalpus agilis. Maybe Igor will correct me.
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Than you very much Paul! Maybe I can add it to the gallery if Igor doesn't have a different view on the ID.
 
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Hi,
I woud say the same as Paul identified.
Cheers,
Igor
 
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Thnx Igor!
 
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You can always submit for the Gallery. I can always decide not to approve. Grin (But I think this one will get in... Wink)
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Paul Beuk wrote:
You can always submit for the Gallery. I can always decide not to approve. Grin (But I think this one will get in... Wink)


Ok, I'll take a chance Pfft
 
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