Posted by GAREL Jean-Michel on 13-02-2026 12:39
#1
Hi,
Ephydridae of 2 mm observed on february 9th in the north of Yonne department (France). The wing pattern of black spots and the scutum aspect with 2 dc may suggest
Scatophila unicornis.. Is it correct ? With all my thanks for pour reply.
Jean-Michel GAREL : France : Brannay : 89150 : 09/02/2026
Altitude : NR - Taille : 2 mm
Réf. : 370641
Posted by Tony Irwin on 13-02-2026 13:27
#2
It does appear to be a
Scatophila, but I'm not sure which species. J-H Stuke recently published a paper in which he describes another species with pale spots in the costal cell.
https://bioone.or...67630.full
If you have the specimen and it is a male, then comparing its genitalia to published figures is the best way of identifying it with certainty.
Edited by Tony Irwin on 13-02-2026 13:27
Posted by GAREL Jean-Michel on 13-02-2026 13:37
#3
Thanks Tony.
Unfortunately this specimen was not collected.
Greetings, Jean-Michel Garel.