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Hoverfly

family Syrphidae

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Field Notes

Description:

Hoverflies, sometimes called flower flies or syrphid flies, make up the insect family Syrphidae. As their common name suggests, they are often seen hovering or nectaring at flowers; the adults of many species feed mainly on nectar and pollen,

Notes:

Hoverflies are being recognized as important natural enemies of pests such as aphids.

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PublishedSeptember 9, 2012

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