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Semaphore Fly

Poecilobothrus nobilitatus

About

A tiny metallic green fly where males have conspicuous white-tipped wings used in semaphore-like courtship displays. It is extremely common around garden ponds and puddles.

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Did You Know?

Males stand on mud and wave their white-tipped wings like semaphore flags to attract females watching nearby.