Thread subject: Diptera.info :: What do you think this is it was on my ceiling? please assist

Posted by abstractether on 15-08-2013 00:20
#1

I was wondering if you may be able to identify this they were on my ceiling not sure if they fly ?

Edited by abstractether on 15-08-2013 00:24

Posted by libor on 15-08-2013 08:16
#2

Do you have better picture? It seemc to be Coleoptera: Elateridae (click beetle).
Libor

Posted by ChrisR on 15-08-2013 20:27
#3

It is polite to post where in the world the photo was taken because it can help a lot with identifications ;)

To me it looks like a beetle - why do you think it might be a fly? Sites like BugGuide.net will help with general IDs of all insect groups in the USA.

Edited by ChrisR on 15-08-2013 20:27