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21-JUL-2012 Christine Hanrahan

Thick-headed fly (Physocephala sp.)

This very waspy fly belongs to the Conopidae family, most members of which are mimics of Sphecid wasps, the thread-waisted wasps. And doesn't this fly look like a wasp? Amazing. These are pretty common little flies (about 8 mm) usually found nectaring on flowers. Photographed at Nortel woods.

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Kevin Warren26-Jul-2012 23:20
Quite amazing really, a very impressive closeup!
Karen Stuebing25-Jul-2012 22:09
He does have a large head in relation to his body. Super details and love his big fly eyes. V.
J. Scott Coile25-Jul-2012 19:54
I'm sure that look is advantageous.
Chris25-Jul-2012 19:35
Another interesting insect, how does it stay so thin? ;))
Guest 25-Jul-2012 18:09
Thick headed, but not dumb, I hope. Did find the nectar.
Jim Coffman25-Jul-2012 17:04
This is a great macro shot,Christine! WOW!!
MarcViskens25-Jul-2012 16:32
how very nice Christine
marc
joseantonio25-Jul-2012 16:26
Very nice details. Never thought the head were so big....V
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