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Tiger Crane Fly parasitized

Nephrotoma wulpiana

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Description:

Orange and yellow fly with very long legs. This one has been parasitized, making the abdomen turn black.

Habitat:

Porch light in backyard.

Reference Links:

Species Nephrotoma wulpiana - BugGuide.Net

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PublishedMarch 10, 2014

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