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| | | Soldier flies | Soldier flies (Stratiomyidae) are a family within the order Diptera.2000 species can be found worldwide, 100 of which exist in Central Europe, . 65 in Germany.
Soldier flies reach body lengths of 3-20 mm. Many species have black and yellow markings; others have a metallic sheen. Their abdomens are wide and flattened. When the wings are in resting position the sides of the abdomen are not covered. Some species have spikes on the end of their chests.
Soldier flies prefer forest areas. They suck on flowers, eat pollen or live off organic substances from animals. Some species live near water in which their larvae develop.
The females lay their eggs on rotting plants, aquatic plants, or on the water’ssurface.
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| | Description of images / photos | | 1. | Soldier fly - Stratiomyidae - Twin-spot Centurion |
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