Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Small robber fly ?

Posted by LordV on 05-05-2006 22:56
#1

Looks as if it should be a robber fly but only about 4mm long. Taken today South coast UK.
Brian V.

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Posted by Paul Beuk on 05-05-2006 23:03
#2

It's a predatory fly, yes, but not a robber fly. Meet Platypalpus of the dance fly family Hybotidae.

Posted by LordV on 05-05-2006 23:12
#3

Thanks again Paul :)
Brian V.