Robber Fly (Choerades Marginata) Close Up On A Leaf Stock Photography

Robber flies, belonging to the family Asilidae, are agile predators known for their robust bodies, bristly faces, and strong legs. Choerades marginata, a species within this family, exhibits distinctive black and yellow coloration, aiding in its camouflage among foliage. These flies are characterized by their prominent proboscis, used to inject neurotoxic saliva into prey, swiftly immobilizing insects such as bees, beetles, and other flies. Found in diverse habitats, robber flies play a crucial role in controlling insect populations. Their life cycle includes egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages, with larvae typically developing in soil or decaying wood.