Thread subject: Diptera.info :: Empis shielding prey

Posted by jeremyr on 16-08-2012 16:03
#1

I think an empis because of the thoracic stripes, but I don't usually see them splayed like this?

Edited by jeremyr on 04-12-2012 02:58

Posted by Paul Beuk on 16-08-2012 16:11
#2

empis livida, perhaps shielding a prey?

Posted by jeremyr on 16-08-2012 19:08
#3

ah yes, 'mantling' it like a bird of prey.
thanks,
Jeremy