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Hoverfly Larva & Aphids

Syrphidae

Photo by Gaby3
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Description:

Hoverfly larva hunting aphids on a mum plant. If you look very closely, the larva actually has an aphid in its mouth.

Habitat:

Mums, garden landscaping, rural deciduous area, Clermont County

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