[Explored] Assassin

NB: image has been turned for more detail. The assassin fly was head up on the wall.

 

These skillful and efficient aerial hunters, also known as robber flies, are a favourite to find and watch.

 

Medium to large in size, they are active predators of flying insects and will also take web weaving spiders as a meal. Their mouth parts consist of a triangular proboscis which is inserted into prey and dissolved body juices are then sucked up.

 

Genus Cerdistus, 3cm length.

 

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