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12-JUL-2014 Christine Hanrahan

Marsh fly (Euthycera arcuata)

Reveler Conservation Area

As with many other species of marsh flies, this one feeds on snails.

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Dan the Man15-Jul-2014 12:30
Very interesting shot and insect! Thank you for sharing!
Guest 15-Jul-2014 11:02
Not my prince charming, but hey!
Graeme15-Jul-2014 10:11
I never would of know that snails are edible to an fly such as this one. Wonderful close up and thanks for the info, Christine. V+++
Michal Leszczynski15-Jul-2014 09:08
This Marsh fly is great captured and well photograhed here. Nice details. Well composed photo. V.
Torben Jorgensen15-Jul-2014 08:20
We have some Euthycera in this country too, but not this one. Great find and shot. V
Helen Betts15-Jul-2014 06:53
Well, snails aren't the smallest creatures, so this must be one pretty big fly. I like the color and subdued light here in particular. V.
Anitta15-Jul-2014 06:15
Excellent shot, Christine. Thanks for always sharing great info. V
joseantonio15-Jul-2014 03:56
Didn´t know about their feed habits.Thank you...V.
Ann Pettigrew15-Jul-2014 03:29
A very interesting looking fly, Christine.
Jim Coffman15-Jul-2014 03:21
I have learned from you once again,Christine!
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