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Snipe Fly

Chrysopilus modestus

Photo by beaker98
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Field Notes

Description:

A pleasant, gold-colored snipe fly. Approximately 6mm.

Habitat:

Woodland habitat

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Comments (2)
Stephanie R.
This is a beautiful fly, Bill. Love the glittery gold!

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PublishedJune 23, 2014

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