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Black Horsefly (female)

Tabanus atratus

Photo by Jacob Gorneau
Published on Project Noah
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42.3498, -74.0187

Field Notes

Description:

This is a huge fly, and a female due to the separated eyes. These huge flies rarely bite humans, but can be vectors of many diseases, including anthrax.

Habitat:

Found in an open area near woodlands and pond.

Notes:

Lifer!

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PublishedAugust 17, 2013

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