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Fly 06 - Mumetopia occipitalis
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Fly 06 - Mumetopia occipitalis
Kenner, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, USA
December 30, 2008
Size: ~2.5mm

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Fly 06 - Mumetopia occipitalis Fly 06 - Mumetopia occipitalis
Contributed by Ron M. on 3 January, 2009 - 5:04am
Last updated 8 September, 2009 - 2:10am

Anthomyzidae
Mumetopia sp.?
… Gerard Pennards, 3 January, 2009 - 10:19am

 
Anthomyzidae
Yes, this is clearly Mumetopia occipitalis -- a very widespread species in North America. Each photo captures the solid patch (not divided) of white tomentum (tiny hairs) above the occipital foramen ("neck" area) which is virtually diagnostic for this species among all other Nearctic species of Anthomyzidae.
… Kevin Barber, 5 January, 2009 - 8:26am

 
Thanks Gerard and Kevin!
Thanks for the help!!
… Ron M., 5 January, 2009 - 2:43pm

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