Bat Fly, Sem is a photograph by Steve Gschmeissner which was uploaded on May 6th, 2013.
Bat Fly, Sem
Bat fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a bat fly (family Streblidae). These flies are ectoparasites (external parasites) of bats.... more
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Bat Fly, Sem
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Steve Gschmeissner
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Bat fly. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a bat fly (family Streblidae). These flies are ectoparasites (external parasites) of bats. They have large feet that are adapted for clinging on to the bat's fur. They are only found in the tropics and sub-tropics.
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May 6th, 2013