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Long-legged fly.
20.6674, -105.254
Field Notes
Description:
Long-legged flies are members of the Order Diptera (true flies) and the family Dolichopodidae, a very large and diverse group. In general, flies in this family are small, slightly more than 1/8'' to almost 3/8'' (about 4-9 mm) in length. The bodies are slender and often beautifully colored with green, blue, metallic gold or silver. Some look almost like flying jewelry!
Habitat:
Subtropical grassland.
Notes:
The long-legged fly targets spider mites.
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