Mystery Fly

[slag]

Hey, all;

Obviously new to this forum, and I'm looking forward to gaining more knowledge in the wonderful world of insects.

Has anyone seen this "fly"? It's about 3/8" in length, not a very strong flyer, and uses it's two front legs as feelers. They started showing up here about three years ago and return every spring (Johns Island, SC).

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[entoman]

I believe it is Grallipeza nebulosa. Or if you'd rather, a stilt-legged fly. We have them here in Florida as well. They do not bite or sting and I am not aware of any pest-like characteristics aside from occasionally entering human dwellings.

[slag]

That's it! Indeed they don't seem to be pest-like, and are kind of fun to observe with their side-stepping walk and "shadow boxing" front legs.

Thanks!