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Should we be concerned #880112
Asked August 04, 2024, 10:56 AM EDT
Prince George's County Maryland
Expert Response
You needn't be concerned about this insect.
While it looks more threatening than a fly, it is a picture-winged fly, and they are harmless.
Their larvae eat organic matter like decaying leaves.
There are many species of them found in Maryland, as you can look through here:
https://www.marylandbiodiversity.com/checklist/?category=Picture-winged_Flies
Christine
picture winged fly - larvae eat organic matter- decaying leaves - MBD check