Sapromyza quadricincta

A small (4 mm) pale orange coloured fly.

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.

Varied habitats, but often in shaded areas with some trees and shrubs, and on post industrial sites.

Late May to early September.

Status in Britain is difficult to determine due to lack of records, although it is thought to be scarce.

Rare or under recorded in Leicestershire and Rutland.