The Footballer Hoverfly

Description:

This hoverfly is sometimes called 'The Footballer' due to its stripy thorax. There are in fact several species with similar stripes which are difficult to tell apart. Another name is 'The Sunfly' due to its preference for bright sunny days. In this species the black on the hind tibia is restricted to the distal third and the mid tibia is all yellow.

Habitat:

Spotted on a butterfly bush in an urban neighborhood. This hoverfly is found in the U.K. First time I've seen one here.