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Soldier fly

Stratiomyidae sp.

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Description:

A very different fly, with deep metalic blue thorax, red head with blue eyes and green abdomen.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (3)
Juan DiTrani
sure, I really mean it, you have really good pictures, I guess is part of living in the tropics, we have many subjects to picture. And yes, I think one of the most valuable things here is learning about living things.
Sergio Monteiro
Juan, I really tri to ID my spots. But, I am not a biologist, I am just a guy trying to learn about photography. So, I need some initial input, that show me the right direction. Then, I go with my own legs. But, aniway, I'am learning so much here in PN, that I think that soon I'll be able to ID my spots. As for my pictures, thank you very much for your kind opinion. I am flattered, specially because I've been photographing for a bit less than a year.
Juan DiTrani
I think this is a Soldier fly (Stratiomyidae)
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PublishedOctober 27, 2011

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