Thread subject: Diptera.info :: grey acalypterate>Otites guttata

Posted by philporter on 02-07-2012 16:43
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A striking acalypterate, arista mictroscopically pubescent; pv's slightly converging, 2 pairs frontal bristles pointing outwards and backwards, both up near ocellae; deep jowls with rows of small setae; numerous interfrontal setae; vibrissal bristles very small if present; sc complete; cup cell closed; anal vein reaches wing edge; no dorsal pre-apicals..... diagnosis would be welcome, please.

Edited by philporter on 03-07-2012 11:39

Posted by philporter on 02-07-2012 16:44
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Posted by philporter on 02-07-2012 16:44
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Posted by Paul Beuk on 03-07-2012 10:07
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Otites guttata, I'd say.

Posted by philporter on 03-07-2012 11:38
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Thanks Paul, the key confirms it. Sloppy work with the family key put me wrong! Caught Lincoln UK 12/6 on ancient woodland site.
Regards
Phil Porter