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Hoverfly

Syrphidae

Photo by Corey J
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Field Notes

Description:

Quick darting movements, often found hovering in place. These guys are tricky to photograph. Black and yellow about 12mm in length.

Habitat:

Mixed/coniferous forest.

Reference Links:

Flower Flies And Hoverflies (Syrphidae) - Information on Flower Flies And Hover…, Hoverfly

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PublishedNovember 4, 2012

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