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Callopistromyia annulipes
Very small grey and black speckled fly that uses its wings to attract a mate by propping them vertically and waving them back and forth.
Woodland habitat on a metal bridge.
This amazing fly was taken at the same time as my hiking partner, Stephanie R. this past summer. Here photos were so good, I didn't even bother to post mine:) Please check hers out at: http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/175... There were several individuals on the warm metal cross pieces of a bridge crossing a creek. Watching them signal was a fantastic experience. This year, I really need to get it on video.
Spotted on Jul 23, 2015
Submitted on Jan 28, 2016
5 Comments
Thanks Mark! I've only seen this species twice, so hope to get another chance to photograph them again.
Brilliant series Bill.
Thank you Polilla!
Caleb, thank you very much! I'm really glad that I started paying more attention to flies last year. I am amazed at the things I am finding, such as this one.
Wonderful series, Bill! I love peacock flies and you did an excellent job of photographing them!