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Thick-Legged Hoverfly
Syritta pipiens
42.595, -7.64969
Field Notes
Description:
Small hoverfly in flight, ca. 1 cm in length.
Syritta pipiens is a common species of hoverfly. It is called thick-legged hoverfly, from its distinctive broad hind femora in males. They are fast nimble fliers. Larvae feed in rotting organic matter. Adults feed on flowers nectar and pollen.
Habitat:
Spotted at the margins of a deciduous forest, oak and chestnut trees.
Notes:
Camera Model: NIKON D300. Exposure Time: 1/250 sec.; f/8; ISO Speed Rating: 800. Exposure Bias: 0 EV. Focal Length: 300.0 mm. No flash fired
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedNovember 3, 2015
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