Mydas Fly (Mydas clavatus)
Day 200 - 365/2023 - A Never-Ending Journey
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These large flies are approximately 1-1/8 inches (30 mm) in length and have a wingspan of about 2 inches (50 mm). They are completely black except for a bright orange on the top of the abdominal segment.
They are harmless to humans but are beneficial in the yard and garden because of the predatory diet of larvae. Adults feed on other insects and caterpillars, including flies of other species, but they may also drink nectar.
Mydas Fly (Mydas clavatus)
Day 200 - 365/2023 - A Never-Ending Journey
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These large flies are approximately 1-1/8 inches (30 mm) in length and have a wingspan of about 2 inches (50 mm). They are completely black except for a bright orange on the top of the abdominal segment.
They are harmless to humans but are beneficial in the yard and garden because of the predatory diet of larvae. Adults feed on other insects and caterpillars, including flies of other species, but they may also drink nectar.