Large horsefly - Tabanus americanus

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Copyright © 2006 Signa Williams

Large horsefly - Tabanus americanus -

Dismal Swamp State Natural Area, Camden County, North Carolina, USA
July 20, 2006
Size: ~2.5 cm

I wish I could have gotten a lateral shot. There were some white marks on the side that aren't visible in this view or the other one I posted.

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Large horsefly - Tabanus americanus - female

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Contributed by Signa Williams on 23 July, 2006 - 9:43am
Last updated 23 July, 2006 - 12:34pm

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