Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Dolichopidae ID

Posted by LordV on 03-06-2023 17:50
#1

Small dolichopid fly I found in the garden today around 3mm body length. Has an odd middle leg.
Worthing south coast UK.

Brian V.

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Posted by John Carr on 03-06-2023 18:36
#2

Campsicnemus, named for the bent middle leg of many males. Ancient Greek καμψις + κνημη.

Posted by Roger Thomason on 03-06-2023 20:10
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A male Campsicnemus scambus

Posted by LordV on 04-06-2023 05:52
#4

Thanks for the ID gents :)

Brian V.