Butterflyhunter
Asilus sericeus
The adult is a robber fly of sunny grasslands, heathland edges, and scrubby open areas where it perches in wait for passing insects. It hunts on the wing, darting out to catch butterflies, flies, bees, and other flying prey with its bristly legs. A sharp proboscis pierces prey and injects saliva that subdues and begins digesting the meal. Its dense facial bristles help protect the head when struggling with active prey.
- Type
- Wing / Venom
- Conservation status
- NE
Growth chain
- ?
- ?
- Butterflyhunter