Flower Fly (Epistrophe grossulariae)

Aug 5, 2011 by     No Comments    Posted under: Pictures

Epistrophe grossulariaeThe Flower Fly (Epistrophe grossulariae) is a common wasp-like,  European Hoverfly which feeds on various plants including Hogweed from May to October.  Like similar species, its wings feature a false vein or Venu spuria distinguishing it from wasps.

For more photos / information about hoverflies try The Dead Head Fly or Wikipedia – Hoverfly.

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