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Large browinish 2 inch hairy flying bug (Robber Fly)

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Robber fly, Archilestris magnificus
by: Moni

Matt
Your insect is a robber fly with the scientific name Archilestris magnificus. There does not seem to be a specific common name. Robber flies adults and larva are predators feeding on other insects. They are considered beneficial insects for the garden.
Large Robber flies may bite if handled roughly.

Robber flies live in a variety of habitats tho usually open areas. Larvae usually are found in soil or decaying wood.

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