Yellow Headed fly
I was unprepared for this guy sitting beside me, she was large like a Blow Fly with a very distinctive Yellow head. Quite striking. It is a parasitic Snail Fly ...
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I was unprepared for this guy sitting beside me, she was large like a Blow Fly with a very distinctive Yellow head. Quite striking. It is a parasitic Snail Fly of the Genus Armenia. Thanks to the University of Queensland for the information.
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thommorris
February 16, 2015
This being a benign looking Australian insect, I'm guessing it's also extravagantly lethal. :) Nice capture!
Manjucus
February 16, 2015
No this one is harmless, unless you are a Snail. Then it will infect you with a nasty little parasite.
Manjucus
February 17, 2015
I know. I was so lucky to see this fly when I had my camera. I have my doubts about ever seeing one again.
Manjucus
April 18, 2015
Thank you, yes I have my doubts I'll ever find another one, I've seen one in 52 years.
charliepeepers
April 17, 2017
Once in a lifetime shot. Beautiful capture. Thank you for sharing your photos
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