Dance Fly

Bicellaria vana

Description

Body length 2.5 to 3.5mm. All Black except for dark red eyes. The legs are quite long with the hind tibiae thickened and the thorax is humped.

Habitat

Hedgerows and open spaces, where they feed on other small insects.

Status and Distribution

Common and widespread in Britain, particularly towards the west. Common in Nottinghamshire and at Netherfield Lagoons.

Best Time to See

May to October.

All photography taken at the Netherfield Lagoons, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire.
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