Stiphrosoma sabulosum
Length 1.5-2mm. Usually brachypterous.
Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.
Larvae develop in the leaf sheaths of grasses (Poaceae) near the ground.
Widespread.
Unknown.
Rohácek, J. (2013) Revision of palaearctic Stiphrosoma, including the Anthomyza laeta-group (Diptera: Anthomyzidae). EJE, 93(1), 89-120.
AJ Cann
Rutland Water
05 June 2026
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Species profile
- Species group:
- insect - true fly (Diptera)
- Kingdom:
- Animalia
- Order:
- Diptera
- Family:
- Anthomyzidae
- Records on NatureSpot:
- 1
- First record:
- 05/06/2026 (Cann, Alan)
- Last record:
- 05/06/2026 (Cann, Alan)
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