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Spiral Jetty was peppered with these tiny brine flies, each about 1/8 inch (3mm) in length.
As I walked along the jetty, they flew off the salt, creating a constant cloud just in
front of my advancing legs. After I passed, they settled back on the salt behind me. I
was wearing shorts and sandals and---not knowing anything of their behavior---was
worried that the little buggers would swarm onto my legs and bite me to distraction.
To my relief, only one landed on my leg, and it didn't bite.
All images are copyright 1966 - 2023 by Dave Beedon (davebeedon AT comcast DOT net).