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Syrphid Fly

Helophilus fasciatus

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Field Notes

Description:

I'm told the flying insect on the right is actually a type of fly! I'm unsure about the other 'bee'. Any ideas?

Habitat:

Eloise Buttler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary.

Species ID Suggestions

Syrphid Fly

Helophilus fasciatus

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CindyBinghamKeiser
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CindyBinghamKeiser
Hi Melanie, the flying insect on the right is actually a type of fly! I've provided you the ID of this one.

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