NEW guide and identification key for Piophilidae

Cover of the guide to PiophilidaeA new guide is available from the Small Acalypterate Families Recording Scheme page, covering the family Piophilidae (sometimes called Cheese Skipper Flies and allies). There are 13 UK species, many of which are small, shiny black flies that breed on carrion or are pests of cheese and dried meats.

Thanks to Donald Smith for compiling this very useful and well-illustrated resource.

 

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