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Robber flies

Cerdistus-Neoitamus complex

Photo by CharliePrice
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Field Notes

Description:

robust build, spined legs, large eyes, and distinctly 'moustached' face.

Habitat:

Mating on branches of a fallen tree in a local woodland reserve.

Notes:

Tasmania has over 40 described species of robberflies
Info has not been updated since 2011

Reference Links:

Cerdistus-Neoitamus complex - Insects of Tasmania: Diptera

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