species 6 observations

Empis lucida

Field notes

Empis lucida is a species of fly in the family Empididae. It is included in the subgenus Anacrostichus. It is found in the Palearctic. It is a large (8–10 mm.) shining black species.

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10 native plants
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Nectar plants Plants whose flowers it visits Eight-petal Mountain-Avens, Marsh Marigold, Lingonberry, Common Bilberry 10