Posted by Recreational Naturalist on 02-06-2022 15:19
#1
I got this dance fly to genus Empis by virtue of wing venation. Can any of you folks tell what subgenus it is? Found solo, nectaring on Plectritis congesta in a clearing surrounded by oak/conifer woodlands and water. Elevation under 50’. Clark County, western Washington, USA. May 11, 2022
Edited by Recreational Naturalist on 02-06-2022 15:24
Posted by igor on 02-06-2022 20:52
#2
Resembles some species of Polyblepharis, the male is needed to be sure. North American Empis remains mostly unrevised.
Best wishes,
Igor Shamshev