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Hover Fly aka Flower fly

Toxomerus sp.

Photo by MarcelPepin
Published on Project Noah
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Description:

Toxomerus or hoverfies are found in many parts of North and South America. Most larvae are believed to feed on pollen. Adults feed on a wide range of flowers.

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Toxomerus

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PublishedDecember 20, 2011

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