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Syrphus Hoverfly

Syrphus vitripennis

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Description:

Syrphus vitripennis is a common and widespread species often found in gardens. Its larvae feed on aphids. This one is a male, spotted near Kato Gatzea, Pagasitikos gulf, Greece.

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Syrphus vitripennis, Syrphus vitripennis - A Hoverfly (Hoverflies - Diptera Images)

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Biodiversity of Greece (Hellas)
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Nature in Yellow

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PublishedMay 16, 2016

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