House-fly
Phaonia subventa
Description
Over all length 7mm. Red-eyes, grey thorax and orange abdomen make this quite a distinctive fly, but, unfortunately, P. rufiventris is very similar and is best distinguished by examination of hairs.
Habitat
Woodland edge and hedgerows. The larvae feed in decaying organic matter.
Status and distribution
Common and widespread throughout Britain. Common on the reserve.
Best time to see
March to November.