Posted by hedy2411 on 16-11-2012 23:21
#1
Can this Psychodidae fly be named..?
Found 14-4-2010 in Zeist, Holland
Edited by hedy2411 on 18-11-2012 22:47
Posted by Gunnar M Kvifte on 18-11-2012 21:52
#2
The rhinoceros-like hair patch in the face is present in males of several species of
Pneumia, most notably
P. nubila which has a specialized frontofacial organ to make the hair patch appear bigger than it is. Presumably it is a sexual character used in courtship. Similar organs are present as patches of erect elongate hairs in
P. trivialis and
P. mutua; probably the character can be found in many other
Pneumia as well.
I don't know which species this is. I would guess
P. nubila, but I will not say this for certain unless provided with a specimen.
Good photo, by the way!
Posted by hedy2411 on 18-11-2012 22:42
#3
Hello Gunnar,
I never thougt that these Psychodidae could be named, it is nice that you have named them and I appreciate your explanation to this fly!
Regards,
Hedy