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Honey Bee Mimic Banded Eye Drone Fly

Eristalinus Taeniops

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Field Notes

Description:

Medium sized body with 20mm wingspan. Stocky honey bee mimic with distinct black lined eyes.

Habitat:

Veld and gardens.

Notes:

Aggressive buzzing especially when caught but is harmless.

Reference Links:

Eristalinus taeniops - Overview, Eristalinus taeniops

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