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Classification Order: Diptera – true flies Family: Bibionidae
Length . 3.5 to 8 mm
Phenology Found in spring to late summer peaking in April and May.
Identification
Similar Species : . Similar to the St Mark's Fly but not as hairy and with a ring of spines at the tip of the front tibia. The female has tinted wings - except for the tips, whilst the male has clear wings with a black mark.
Life CycleThe larvae live underground and may damage plant roots.
Habitat Around low vegetation
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