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Downlooker snipefly

Rhagio scolopaceus

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Field Notes

Description:

A slim predatory fly. Wings are held apart from the body at rest. About 20 mm long.

Habitat:

Spotted 1500 m above sea level.

Notes:

Can sting and catch its preys flying.

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Rhagio scolopaceus

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Comments (3)
DanielePralong
I think you're right Frank! I've cross-checked with several googled-up images and descriptions. Thanks you so much. I know very little about this type of flies!
Aalestrup
http://www.projectnoah.org/spottings/6556047

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PublishedJune 22, 2011

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