Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Little fly with huge orange eyes --> Platypezidae

Posted by konradZ on 26-02-2017 13:59
#1
Hi,
this fly I found on the 5th of November on an iron railing in the hills north of Vienna, Austria. My guess is that it couldn't be bigger than 5mm, but I've been wrong with my estimations before. This fly took off as soon I got this one photo. But I hope that the big eyes may lead to some form of identification.
Thank you und best regards,
Konrad
Edited by konradZ on 26-02-2017 18:21

Posted by Zeegers on 26-02-2017 15:25
#2
I'd say a Platypezidae. Change the title and wait for help.

Theo

Posted by konradZ on 26-02-2017 18:21
#3
Thanks, Theo,
that's a welcome start!
Best regards,
Konrad
P.S. Could it be Callomya speciosa?
Edited by konradZ on 26-02-2017 18:31