Grey Striped Fly (Sarcophaga aurifrons)
Posted by Darren on May 11, 2010
Here’s an example of the Grey Striped Fly (Sarcophaga aurifrons), a common fly seen in the Australia garden. The Grey Striped Fly also goes by the common name of “Flesh Fly” thanks to the tendency of a few species to lay eggs into open wounds. These flies are quite large and are easily photographed in the late afternoon when they are settling down on leaves and twigs for the night. At this time of day you can get right up close without them spooking to get some great close ups of their ugly, yet highly detailed head!
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Kerri said
This WOWs me!
Darren said
Hi Kerri. Thanks for the feedback.
Dev Wijewardane said
Great shots Darren. What lens did you use and how did you light it?
Darren said
Hi Dev
I use the 105 mm Micro-Nikkor with a home made snoot/diffusing material for the pop-up flash.
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