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Eristalis sp.

Photo by Small Wonders
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Eristalis species often resemble honey bees.

Habitat:

Spotted on Sea Lavender (Argusia gnaphalodes) growing on a coastal dune.

Notes:

Unfortunately it was very windy and I was not able to get any more photos, particularly a dorsal view, so this will probably never be identified to exact species. If anyone has any ideas, please comment. Thanks!

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