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Robber fly

Glaphyropyga sp.

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Field Notes

Description:

A kind of hunting fly. Observed on the balcony of the hostel room.

Habitat:

Mata Atlântica Rain Forest

Notes:

Id by Brian38 and Ornithoptera80. Tks!

Reference Links:

Asilidae - Wikipedia, Diptera.info - Discussion Forum: Brazil Asilidae - Glaphyropyga sp.

Species ID Suggestions

Robber fly

Glaphyropyga sp.

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Ornithoptera80
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Robber fly

Family: Asilidae

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Brian38
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Comments (1)
Sergio Monteiro
Asiliade is a family of predatory flies (Diptera), not wasps.
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PublishedJanuary 30, 2021

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