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Arthropods Daily – Issue No. 212 No. 212 |

Black-horned Gem Fly
Black-horned Gem Fly (Microchrysa polita) – species of family “Soldier Flies“

Microchrysa polita, the black-horned gem, is a European species of soldier fly.

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This is not intended to be a dry lexicon. Personal stories and sensitive articles form the framework for our pictures: „Seasons“ Maria experiences how the seasons change and with them the natural balance of her habitat. These changes are gradual and some might only recognise them when it is already too late.

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Seasons

„Black-horned Gem Fly“ also appeared in the following editions of Arthropods Daily