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17-JUN-2017 Christine Hanrahan

Fishfly (Chauliodes rastricornis), male

At home

Another visitor to the lights at night in my garden, these large insects are associated with still water. Their larvae, according to Bug Guide, are said to be omnivorous, while there is some speculation that the adults may not eat.

Panasonic LUMIX FZ200
1/60s f/2.8 at 10.9mm iso125 full exif

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Buz Kiefer20-Jun-2017 00:18
Beautiful detail and the feathery antennae are very cleat and distinct. Very nice, Christina. Vote.
Patricia Kay18-Jun-2017 21:07
Wonderful details Christine...BV
Kuriacose Joseph18-Jun-2017 20:40
Those antennae are interesting. Sharp shot!
Carl Carbone18-Jun-2017 19:24
Excellent capture. We've seen a few on our sheet too.
Pieter Bos18-Jun-2017 19:23
I don't want him in my house! Great capture, anyway. ~V
chris morton18-Jun-2017 19:17
excellent feelers
Graeme18-Jun-2017 18:54
Another superb macro close up Christine.BV
Pierre Martin18-Jun-2017 18:38
excellent picture clarity, quite a long shape tthey have!
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