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Galactomyia (Trichopoda Subgenus Galactomyia)
These are small, brightly colored flies in the Americas that congregate on flowers, feeding on nectar. The vestigial hind wings are covered with yellow scales and there is a fringe of hairs on the hind legs.
Mason Farm Biological Reserve
Spotted on Oct 15, 2013
Submitted on Oct 20, 2013
2 Comments
Thanks, Cindy. I was happy to be able to show those feathered legs. :)
Great series showing the details, Maria! This genus is one my list to spot :)