Black-horned Gem Fly (lat. Microchrysa polita)

Black-horned Gem Fly
Black-horned Gem Fly

Description

A small species (Body 4.5 to 5.5.mm. long) Antennae black. Legs predominantly black. Pubescence in middle part of mesonotum and on abdomen black in male.

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Black-horned Gem Fly

Biology

The flight period is March to September. Habitats are deciduous woodland edges, wooded areas, hedgerows, gardens, and parks. Larvae have been found in soil, decomposing grass and leaves, and compost.

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Black-horned Gem Fly

Distribution

Russia, Siberia, Central Asia, Mongolia, Western Europe, United States, and Canada.

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