Micropezidae
Pronunciation: [My·crow·PEESE·i⋅dae]
Pronunciation: [My·crow·PEESE·i⋅dae]
Common Name: Stilt-legged Flies
Description: Most micropezids are slender, long-legged flies that bear a passing resemblance to ants. Common species have distinctive white tarsi on the front legs. They hold these legs out in front of the body and wave them around — a behavior that is reminiscent of some wasps. Adults are usually found in moist, shaded habitats. Larvae are saprophagous.
Order: Diptera