Robber Fly

Robber Fly (Order Dipetera Family Asilidae)

The Robber Fly is a common fly in North America. It ranges in size from 5 to 30 mm. Some species of Robber Fly have stout, hairy bodies and resemble bumble bees, while others have slender elongated bodies and more closely resemble damselflies. The top of the heads are hollowed between the eyes and they often have bearded faces. If the Robber fly is handled improperly it can bite. They are known to attack insects larger than themselves. [BM] {PF}