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Horse fly

Fidena aurulenta

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Field Notes

Description:

This fly had a enormous sting and fortuneteller i was not bitten by it!! Despite looking a totally unfriendly animal it is quite fascinating and intriguing.

Habitat:

Amazonian rainforest

Species ID Suggestions

Horse Fly

Fidena aurulenta Gorayeb, 1986

Comments (3)

Yes Paul I think exactly the same but still very interesting =)
Great shot ,that does look like a vicious critter .Horseflies are probably my least favourite creatures.
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PublishedMarch 6, 2016

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