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Ono of perhaps 3-4,ooo species of this family occuring in Australia. Its larvae feed as a parasite internally on other insects. On sunny days in summer the adults often rest on smooth Eucalyptus trunks and similar structures such as pipes and poles.

I.D. courtesy of Yvette Simpson. Interpretive Officer, Australian Museum.

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