Stratiomyida Odontomyia
This Soldier Fly was lucky the mating Ambush Bugs he's standing on weren't hungry
because flies this size are no match for these tough yellow and brown predators.
Bear River is a great place to find both of these insects and it's fun to see how
Nature works in this natural habitat--prey vs. victim - checks and balances -
each doing his job the way Nature intended. © Carol Davis, 8-31-06
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This Soldier Fly was lucky the mating Ambush Bugs he's standing on weren't hungry
because flies this size are no match for these tough yellow and brown predators.
Bear River is a great place to find both of these insects and it's fun to see how
Nature works in this natural habitat--prey vs. victim - checks and balances -
each doing his job the way Nature intended. © Carol Davis, 8-31-06
Home - Insects of Utah
Other Home - Amazing Nature