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Soldier Fly

Sargus fasciatus

Photo by ForestDragon
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Field Notes

Description:

Beautiful fly with metallic/iridescent thorax and yellow and black striped abdomen. Yellow legs and translucent wings with yellow veins.

Habitat:

Suburban yard. Attracted to a blacklight at night.

Reference Links:

Species Sargus fasciatus - BugGuide.Net

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