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Hello,

I photographed this fly in Bazzano (AQ), Italy, on February 2nd 2020. I think it is a Ephydridae, but is it possible to identify the genus or species from these photos?

Thank you in advance,
Emanuele

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Photo 2:

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Looks like Philygria, but not one I recognize - did you collect a specimen? It's not clear whether the wing markings are "real" or just staining.

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Thank you Tony! I think the markings are real, but I don't have other shots to confirm that. If I manage to find another specimen I will definitely collect it.

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Thanks, Emanuele. Unless I've made a silly mistake (that happens too often!), this looks like a very interesting specimen, so please do try to catch one in the new year!