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Collecting

Malaise-trap For the study of robber flies it is imperative to build a comparative collection. To efficiently collect many species in a short amount of time, it is helpful to learn about their biology (cf. MUSSO, 1978).
A joint field trip with an experienced colleague could be very helpful. For example, a few years ago I met Mr. Milan Hradský and we shared our experiences. He explained to me that he often collects robber flies in the evening, when the flies are less active and rest on the ground. Nevertheless I cannot use his advice because I am, as the flies, usually tired after searching for them all day.
Because there are no general rules for catching Asilidae, a creative approach is necessary. The following equipment can be helpful for collecting:

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