Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Little dark fly - Milichiidae?

Posted by Marion Friedrich on 27-07-2022 13:20
#1

Hi,
I found this freshly hatched 3 mm fly on a dead aspen. The fly ran restlessly on the stem. I managed to capture it. A good hour later it had inflated its wings. Unfortunately, the fly escaped while taking pictures. Is ID possible?
Greetings, Marion

Germany, Saxony, 26.07.2022

Edited by Marion Friedrich on 27-07-2022 21:47

Posted by John Carr on 27-07-2022 13:38
#2

Milichiidae?

Posted by Marion Friedrich on 27-07-2022 21:46
#3

Thank you, John. The family looks good.

Greetings,
Marion