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Exaireta spinigera
22mm length; similar looking to wasp; all body parts black and smooth; clear veined wings with dark patches at tips containing a single clear spot
Urban garden
We were always told these were a fruit fly as kids. They can be very abundant when around. I am now amazed to find they are native to Tas, Vic & NSW in Australia but somebody has taken it to Calif.USA !! NZ has acquired it also http://www.terrain.net.nz/friends-of-te-... Proper ID thanks to oxyjack.
Spotted on Feb 25, 2012
Submitted on Mar 5, 2012
