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Robber Fly

Daspletis placodes

Photo by Johan Heyns
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Description:

Robber fly with what looks like a Cleg (Haematopota) as prey. Only reason I saw it was the movement. Both have iridescent eyes. Unfortunately it flew before I could take more shots.

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PublishedNovember 24, 2013

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