Thread subject: Diptera.info :: What Family?

Posted by Stephen on 30-07-2006 20:04
#1
I have had trouble determining the family of this one. At first glance it looked like one of the common Muscoid Fly families. But the wing venation has me stymied?it is so simple!

What have I got here?

Photo taken 23 July 2006, in an open area but near woodlands, West Virginia USA.

Length 9.5 mm.
Edited by Stephen on 18-11-2006 15:39

Posted by Stephen on 30-07-2006 20:06
#2
Here's the lateral view.

Posted by Stephen on 30-07-2006 20:07
#3
And now for a view of the face!

Posted by Xespok on 30-07-2006 21:34
#4
feels like Muscidae. It is a calyptrate fly.

Posted by Stephen on 31-07-2006 12:28
#5
Xespok, Thanks for your help with this ID.