
Wasp-mimic robber fly
Neosaropogon princeps is a large robber fly with most convincing mimicry. They mimic our large wasps that paralyze and prey on spiders.
I noted that when in flight an audible buzz could be heard, to accompany the already convincing physical appearance.
Around 25 to 30 mm body length.
Similar species: True Flies
By Ruth Spigelman
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Uploaded Jan 31, 2023. Captured Jan 27, 2023 15:53 in 166 Merewether St, Merewether NSW 2291, Australia.
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