Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Dancing Callopistromyia annulipes (Ulidiidae)

Posted by Roland Gromes on 21-06-2020 20:57
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I observed this (Tephritidid EDIT:Ulidiid) fly dancing like a minature peacock today (June 21st) at the banks of the Neckar river in Heidelberg. Can someone help with the ID and does anyone maybe have information on this behavior?
Dance can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KZ-Nh1AtCI

Edited by Roland Gromes on 21-06-2020 21:19

Posted by Roland Gromes on 21-06-2020 20:59
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Picture #2

Posted by Roland Gromes on 21-06-2020 20:59
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Picture #3

Posted by binturong on 21-06-2020 21:10
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Ulidiidae , Callopistromyia annulipes (female)

Posted by Roland Gromes on 21-06-2020 21:17
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Thanks!