Yellow-headed soldier fly (Cyphomyia sp.), La Isla Escondida, Colombia

Well hidden detail are the horns at the end of their thorax, only visible when zooming in.

comments (7)

Christine Young

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Looks like it is wearing a helmet. Posted 8 months ago
1. Ferdy Christant
  
  Lion
  
  Now that you mention it, cannot unsee it :) Posted 8 months ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
    Lion
    
    Hehe :) Posted 8 months ago

Alexander Hassmueller

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Wow, what an extraordinary contrast of body and head! Quite alien somehow… Posted 8 months ago
1. Ferdy Christant
  
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  Alien-like insects are my favorite :) Posted 8 months ago
2. 1. Alexander Hassmueller
    
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    Ahh, that‘s your motivation! ???? Posted 8 months ago
  2. 1. Ferdy Christant
      
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      I appreciate all wildlife, but do have a weak spot for the weird ones! Posted 8 months ago

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By Ferdy Christant

Uploaded Dec 29, 2024. Captured Oct 5, 2024 09:10 in JWWP+V3 Orito, Putumayo, Colombia.

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NIKON D850
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ISO64
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Captured in the fall. More fall photos.