Thread subject: Diptera.info :: ID 2 please

Posted by Rafael Estevez on 17-02-2008 20:44
#1

Sized about 7 mm., found in an open agricultural area in Valladares-Vigo (Spain) at 300 mts. This specimen was resting first thing in the morning on dry grass. At noon time I saw other adults nearby flying continuously underneath the shade of fruit trees. I caught a couple to verify if was the same species.
Photo taken at 0830 hrs. onFeb., 11th 2008.
Thanks again for the help.
Rafael

Posted by Andre on 17-02-2008 20:53
#2

Superb picture, great greys! :p What camera do you use?
And what is your aim with the pictures? :)

Posted by jorgemotalmeida on 17-02-2008 20:54
#3

Fannia canicularis.

Posted by Andre on 17-02-2008 20:57
#4

jorgemotalmeida wrote:
Fannia canicularis.


Can you explain us why?

Posted by jorgemotalmeida on 17-02-2008 21:01
#5

yep. 2 prealar setae; reddish and stripped abdomen; presence of presutural setulae on scutum. typical wing venation for Fanniidae - anal veins curved


Posted by Nikita Vikhrev on 18-02-2008 09:44
#6

I agree with your ID, Jorge ;)

Posted by Stephane Lebrun on 18-02-2008 12:50
#7

And as always, fantastic picture. Never change your style Rafael ! ;)

Posted by Rafael Estevez on 22-02-2008 21:33
#8

Very much apreciated to all of you. Its a pleasure to be here.
Rafael