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Question by  Flauta (33)

What kind of fly has a scorpion-like tail?

 
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Answer by  BrendaG (6111)

The scorpion fly is not an actual fly or scorpion. It has a fly like appearance with the scorpion tail. The scorpion fly's tail does not sting, but is used when mating. They are scavengers and lay their eggs in the soil. Their prey includes other flies and soft bodied insects.

 
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