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Dusted Robber Fly

Mauropteron farinum

Photo by KerryHawkins
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Field Notes

Habitat:

It was hanging around the vegie garden.

Notes:

Need help with most insects.

Species ID Suggestions

Dusted Robber Fly

Mauropteron farinum

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courtneyhitson
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Comments (4)
KerryHawkins
It seems to be a dusted robber fly when I checked. Thanks NathBig.
NathBig
It's a type of Robber Fly, not sure of the exact species.
KerryHawkins
Thanks courtney, looks good to me, will edit the spotting.
courtneyhitson
Nice capture! Suggested an id for you. Check they image on the link to see if it matches up.

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Flora & Fauna of New South Wales
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PublishedMarch 24, 2013

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