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Signal Fly

Rivellia sp.

Photo by ForestDragon
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Field Notes

Description:

Small fly with a dark abdomen and somewhat metallic thorax. Distinctly marked wings. Fly waves them around when landed.

Habitat:

Meadow bordering temperate forest. Gardiner County Park, NY.

Reference Links:

Genus Rivellia - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (1)
Maria dB
Those little flies with boldly marked wings are interesting!

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