Dolichopus pennatus
Dolichopus pennatus
Description
This is a small hairy legged fly with a metallic looking green thorax and bronze-green abdomen. There are many similar members of this family and detailed examination is necessary in order to identify the species.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Prefers damp habitats.
When to see it
Summer.
UK Status
Widespread and fairly frequent in England and Wales.
VC55 Status
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
Graham Calow
Sapcote garden1
23 May 2015
male - specimen examined
Graham Calow
Sapcote garden1
23 May 2015
male - specimen examined
Graham Calow
Sapcote garden1
23 May 2015
male - specimen examined
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