Flesh fly

This little critter caught my eye today. With those red eyes it was unusual, especially in our garden. I have since identified it as a flesh fly, the larvae of which feed on dead animals. The adults are also attracted to rotting meet and animal droppings. 

I'm sure there was no meat left after our last barbecue so I can only think dead skink or snail. Also, as Sika is still not allowed out, other cats sometimes get into the garden and may leave their mark, as it were.

Apart from all that, I was happy to find a tiny critter today, considerately placing itself near some marigolds that match its eyes.

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