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Syrphid Fly

Palpada mexicana

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Field Notes

Description:

This black/red and white fly was only on this flower for a few seconds.

Habitat:

Yellow Iris in the backyard

Reference Links:

Species Palpada mexicana - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Hover fly

Eristalis pertinax

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Juan DiTrani
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