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Hi,
This Phoridae is large around 6 mm and is characterized by 2 tergites with black on lateral sides. Moreover, a white and long arista is noted. In most cases of Phalacrotophora, 3 fully black tergites are seen. This specimen was observed on november 3rd in Burgondy (North of Yonne department. Do you think that this specimen belong to the Phalacrotophora genus ? Many thanks for your help. Sincerely yours, Jean-Michel Garel.

Jean-Michel GAREL : France : Brannay : 89150 : 03/11/2020
Altitude : NR - Taille : 6 mm
Réf. : 269962

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Hello,

I think it is a reddish Megaselia sp.
To be sure wait for an expert opinion

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I think Renko is right. Phalacrotophora usually shows more clear orange and some black.

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All my thanks Paul and Renko for this identification.
Jean-Michel Garel.