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Downlooker Snipefly ©Chris Lawrence
Downlooker snipefly
Scientific name: Rhagio scolopaceus
The Downlooker snipefly gets its name from its habit of sitting on posts or sunny trees with its head facing down to the ground, waiting for passing prey. It prefers grassland, scrub and woodland habitats.
Species information
Statistics
Length: up to 1.6cmConservation status
Common.