Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Lauxaniidae - Sapromyza
Posted by Sundew on 20-12-2007 23:53
#1
Hello,
While inspecting this dead fly (poor one - the upper antennae parts are gone) under the stereo microscope, I remembered a thread by Dima on the mating of yellow flies that Kahis identified as
Meiosimyza (Lauxaniidae). The females thereby protruded two "translucent hornlets" flanking the genitalia. Possibly my fly had this ability, too, as there are such peculiar areas formed (see arrow). Also the hairs and bristles on thorax and legs seem to be comparable to Dima's flies, so I wonder if mine is a
Meiosimyza, too.
Sundew
Edited by Sundew on 21-12-2007 23:53
Posted by Sundew on 20-12-2007 23:53
#2
More details.
Edited by Sundew on 20-12-2007 23:54
Posted by Kahis on 21-12-2007 09:00
#3
Sapromyza (Lauxaniidae)
Posted by Sundew on 21-12-2007 22:06
#4
Ok, not
Meiosimyza. You will have reason. I can only compare with other pictures and unfortunately do not know what special features to focus on (otherwise I would not have to take so many photos!)
Many thanks for reliable help, Sundew
Posted by Kahis on 22-12-2007 09:42
#5
* No presutural dorsocentral setae
* Spots on tergites - AFAIK no west european
Meiosimyza has such spots
Posted by Sundew on 22-12-2007 13:51
#6
Super explanation - now I'll sleep much better... I photographed the right details at least!
Cordially, Sundew