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gnats to ID - Rhamphomyia - male - female
Copyright © 2005 Beatriz Moisset

gnats to ID - Rhamphomyia - Male Female
Hilltown Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, USA
May 11, 2005
Size: 5-6 mm
I thought that I would be able to figure out what these are because the wing venation is so clear, but I can't so I would appreciate any help.
Southeastern PA
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Contributed by Beatriz Moisset on 13 May, 2005 - 8:30am
Last updated 14 November, 2005 - 1:40pm

Probably Empididae.
These are probably "dance flies" in the family Empididae. I'm sure one of our fly experts will confirm or deny:-)
… Eric R. Eaton, 13 May, 2005 - 12:34pm login or register to post comments

 
Okay
Since you asked for it: confirmed. They are a pair of Rhamphomyia.

Paul

http://www.diptera.info
… Paul Beuk, 13 May, 2005 - 2:06pm login or register to post comments

 
Thanks
Thanks for all the help.
… Beatriz Moisset, 13 May, 2005 - 3:44pm login or register to post comments

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