Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Tiny fly (2 mm), walking on water => Hydrellia sp.

Posted by Markus Koschinsky on 28-04-2023 16:41
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Location: Germany, Northrhine-Westphalia, Rheine, 35 m above sea level, garden
Time: 22nd April, 2023
Photos: Markus Koschinsky
Body size: approx. 2 mm

Dear Forum,

this fly was around the small garden pond... finally walking on the water. What could it be?

Thanks,


Markus
Edited by Markus Koschinsky on 28-04-2023 20:26

Posted by Markus Koschinsky on 28-04-2023 16:42
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2nd picture

Posted by Markus Koschinsky on 28-04-2023 16:42
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3rd picture

Posted by John Carr on 28-04-2023 18:34
#4
Probably Hydrellia

Posted by Tony Irwin on 28-04-2023 19:37
#5
Yes, this is Hydrellia.

Posted by Markus Koschinsky on 28-04-2023 20:25
#6
Thanks a ton, John and Tony!

Markus