Harpobittacus australis

Hangingfly at Forde, ACT

Harpobittacus australis at Forde, ACT - 7 Nov 2020
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Identification history

Harpobittacus australis 9 Nov 2020 RogerF
Harpobittacus australis 9 Nov 2020 kasiaaus

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I recorded identical behaviour a couple of days earlier.

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RogerF wrote:
   9 Nov 2020
the male is bearing the nuptial gift

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Sighting information

  • 1 - 3 Abundance
  • 7 Nov 2020 03:21 PM Recorded on
  • kasiaaus Recorded by

Additional information

  • Crane fly caught as a gift for a female Associated Insect
  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Male Gender

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