Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Nice small Tipulidae

Posted by conopid on 28-10-2007 22:41
#1

Amongst a variety of Tipulidae flying in woodland today was this rather nice one. Shropshire UK.

Any ideas anyone?
I'm pretty sure I have the right family this time:D

Posted by conopid on 28-10-2007 22:42
#2

Photo 2

Posted by conopid on 29-10-2007 10:35
#3

Pete Boardman has just determined this as Rhipidia maculata, a very common species in the UK. I'll submit a photo for the gallery.