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Tachina Fly

Archytas sp.

Photo by Dan Doucette
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Field Notes

Description:

Almost an inch, black abdomen with a bit of iridescence.
Tachinid flies are extremely varied in appearance.

Habitat:

temperate forest

Notes:

I spotted this at Baden Powell park on the edge of the city. I was taking photos of the candy striped leafhopper when this large fly landed practically in front of me. I took one photo before it flew away.

Reference Links:

Tachinidae

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (6)
Juan DiTrani
http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archivo:Tachinidae_Archytas_sp.jpg
Dan Doucette
I think you're probably right. That's a huge family, could be tough to narrow it down but it's a start, thanks.

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PublishedJuly 10, 2011

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