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Article written by: duddy on Dec 14, 2015



Title: A mammoth of a fly
Written by: duddy on Dec 14, 2015

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The Mydas fly (Gauromydas heros) is the world's largest fly. It can reach body lengths of 2.8 inches (7 centimeters) and a wingspan of 4 inches (10 centimeters). Mydas fly are found in arid and semiarid regions of the world, but are infrequently encountered as the adult lifespan can be quite short.