Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Rhamphomyia?-->Empis

Posted by guplox on 19-03-2022 08:07
#1

Picture taken recently in east China (Zhejiang province). Body length approx. 4mm. Seemingly very fond of flowers. Could it be a Rhamphomyia species? Many thanks in advance!

Edited by guplox on 19-03-2022 08:41

Posted by Paul Beuk on 19-03-2022 08:30
#2

Empis species. A group of species around Empis pennipes (West Palaearctic) seem to be fond of pinkish and bluish flowers.

Posted by guplox on 19-03-2022 08:41
#3

Splendid! Thank you Paul for the very helpful ID and extra information! |t