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Showing posts with label Syrphidae Phytomia Natalensis Hoverfly diptera insect identification. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Syrphidae Phytomia Natalensis Hoverfly diptera insect identification. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Hoverfly (Phytomia natalensis)

Family Syrphidae
 These Hoverflies are common in most countries of the world.
 Because of their colouration, they are often mistaken for bees as they also feed on pollen but are harmless to humans.
 The larvae mainly feed on aphids.
Identification from: http://www.ispot.org.za