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Hermetia illucens
This species is a common and widespread fly (including Papua) of the family Stratiomyidae, whose larvae are common detritivores in compost heaps.
Spotted in a large semi-urban yard/garden adjacent to a disturbed remnant patch of forest. There is a large compost heap present in the yard.
This species superficially resembles a wasp. Listed for Papua: http://www.papua-insects.nl/insect%20ord...
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Thank you!
This is a Soldier fly (Stratiomyidae)