Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Hydrotaea dentipes ?

Posted by Axel D on 28-03-2026 19:36
#1

Hi

A fly found today in my garden. I think it's a Hydrotaea and it ressembles Hydrotaea dentipes male. But I'm not sure we can see enough criteria to be sure of the species. What do you think of it ?

Rosny-sous-Bois, Seine-Saint-Denis, Île-de-France, France
28th of March 2026
Body length : around 6/7 mm

Edited by Axel D on 28-03-2026 19:38

Posted by Axel D on 28-03-2026 19:40
#2

Dorsal view :

Posted by Axel D on 28-03-2026 19:40
#3

Side view :

Posted by Axel D on 28-03-2026 19:45
#4

Leg 2 and leg 3 :
Not sure these pictures are sufficient.