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Description:

True flies are insects of the order Diptera (from the Greek di = two, and ptera = wings). They possess a pair of wings on the mesothorax and a pair of halteres, derived from the hind wings, on the metathorax.

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Comments (19)
Archer 07
Amazing closeup pictures. Do you get the closeups with editing or with a micro on your camera?
tibiprada
would you mind telling me what camera you use !
tibiprada
what a nice collection ! thanks for shearing .
AlbertTamayo
Thanks everyone! @ Roy, I'm still using my old D40 with reversed Pentax 28mm lens. But I'm considering switching over to Canon gear soon... =)
KarenL
Every breath you take, every move you make.....!

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