Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Spectacular Stratiomyidae from Botswana

Posted by jonrichfield on 23-02-2016 16:50
#1
A friend in Letsibogo, Botswana, caught these two shots of a moderate-sized member of the Stratiomyidae (I think!) but we both wonder whether anyone could narrow that down a bit.
Two photos. She estimated the size as 10-12 mm.
IDs, discussions or guesses would be welcome.
Thanks for attention.

Posted by jonrichfield on 23-02-2016 16:51
#2
Here is more detail of the head.

Posted by Maddin on 28-12-2016 07:01
#3
Odontomyia sp. One of the few metallic species. They need a revision before you can get a species ID... very pretty fly

Posted by jonrichfield on 02-02-2017 07:47
#4
Martin, many thanks. That was most helpful.
Forgive my delayed reply; I haven't been "flying" much lately. But I shall pass this on.
Cheers,
Jon